Love me tender
Love me tender,
Love me sweet,
Never let me go.
You have made my life complete,
And I love you so.
Love me tender,
Love me true,
All my dreams fulfill.
For my darlin' I love you,
And I always will.
Love me tender,
Love me long,
Take me to your heart.
For it's there that I belong,
And we'll never part.
Love me tender,
Love me true ,
All my dreams fulfill.
For my darlin' I love you,
And I always will.
Love me tender,
Love me dear,
Tell me you are mine.
I'll be yours through all the years,
'Til the end of time.
Love me tender,
Love me true ,
All my dreams fulfill.
For my darlin' I love you,
And I always will.
ASKING FOR DIRECTIONS
How do I get to the MRT station from here?
Go straight and turn right at the next light. It's about 50 metres down the road.
Where's the Post Office?
It's just over there, see it?
How do I get to Changi Airport?
The best way is to take a taxi - or you could take the MRT East and change at Tanah Merah.
How far is Plaza Singapura from here?
It's about 10 minutes walk. Just go straight and you'll see it on the left; you can't miss it.
Is there a post box around here?
There's one opposite the DBS Bank and I think there's another one at the entrance of the MRT station.
Excuse me, where's Street 11?
Sorry, I have no idea / I don't know
How do I get to Wheelock Place?
Take the shuttle bus and get off at Orchard Road. Cross the road and it's about 2 minutes on the left.
Is there a direct bus to the Japanese Association?
No, you'll have to get off and change buses on Bukit Timah Road.
ALTERATIONS/TAILOR
Do you do alterations?
It's too long, can you take it up 5cm
It's too short, can you let it down 5cm
It's too wide, can you take it in 5cm
It's too tight, can you let it out 5cm.
Can you change the zip? = Can you put in a new zip?
How long will it take?
How much will it cost?
TAILORING
Do you have any designs I can choose from?
I have a picture of the dress I want, can you make it?
Where can I buy nice material?
What kind of material do you recommend?
Will this dress look nice in silk?
Do I have to buy the zip and thread, too?
When is my fitting?
When is my next fitting?
How much material do I need to buy?
How long will it take?
How much will it cost?
MOTHER TALK
What all mothers say to their children!
Get up!
Get dressed!
Get ready!
Go change your clothes!
Go away!
Come here!
Get out!
Come back!
Pick that up!
Put that down!
Put that away!
Turn off the TV
Turn down your music!
Tidy your room!
Make your bed!
Put your socks in the laundry!
Pull up your socks!
Comb your hair!
Brush your teeth!
Wash your hands!
Sit up straight!
Feet off the table!
Dinner's ready!
Eat up!
Drink up!
Elbows off the table!
No fighting!
Quiet!
Do your homework!
Get off the phone!
Get off the computer!
Q up!
Don't forget your key!
Don't forget your wallet!
Don't lose your hand phone!
Come straight home after school!
The Mom Song
Get up out of bed
Wash your face
Brush your teeth
Comb your sleepy head
Here's your clothes
And your shoes
Hear the words I said
Get up now
Get up and make your bed
Are you hot?
Are you cold?
Are you wearing that?
Where's your books and your lunch and your homework at?
Grab your coat and your gloves and your scarf and hat
Don't forget you gotta feed the cat
Eat your breakfast
The experts tell us it's the most important meal of all
Take your vitamins so you will grow up one day to be big and tall
Please remember the orthodon'tist will be seeing you at three today?
Don't forget your piano lesson is this afternoon
So you must play
Don't shovel
Chew slowly
But hurry
The bus is here
Be careful
Come back here
Did you wash behind your ears?
Play outside
Don't play rough
Would you just play fair?
Be polite
Make a friend
Don't forget to share
Work it out
Wait your turn
Never take a dare
Get along
Don't make me come down there
Clean your room
Fold your clothes
Put your stuff away
Make your bed
Do it now
Do we have all day?
Were you born in a barn?
Would you like some hay
Can you even hear a word I say?
Answer the phone
Get Off the phone
Don't sit so close
Turn it down
No texting at the table
No more computer time tonight
Your iPod's my iPod if you don't listen up
Where you going and with whom and what time do you think you're coming home?
Saying thank you, please, excuse me
Makes you welcome everywhere you roam
You'll appreciate my wisdom
Someday when you're older and you're grown
Can't wait 'til you have a couple little children of your own
You'll thank me for the counsel I gave you so willingly
But right now
I thank you NOT to roll your eyes at me
Close your mouth when you chew
Would appreciate
Take a bite
Maybe two
Of the stuff you hate
Use your fork
Do not you burp
Or I'll set you straight
Eat the food I put upon your plate
Get an A, Get the door
Don't get smart with me
Get a Grip
Get in here I'll count to 3
Get a job
Get a life
Get a PhD
Get a dose of...
I don't care who started it
You're grounded until your 36
Get your story straight
And tell the truth for once for heaven's sake
And if all your friends jumped off a cliff
Would you jump too?
If I've said it once, I've said at least a thousand times before that
You're too old to act this way
It must be your father's DNA
Look at me when I am talking
Stand up straight when you walk
A place for everything
And everything must be in place
Stop crying or I'll give you something real to cry about
Oh!
Brush your teeth
Wash your face
Get your PJs on
Get in bed
Get a hug
Say a prayer with Mom
Don't forget
I love you
**KISS**
And tomorrow we will do this all again because a mom's work never ends
You don't need the reason why
Because
Because
Because
Because
I said so
I said so
I said so
I said so
I'm the Mom
The mom
The mom
The mom
The mom
Ta-da
Wash your face
Brush your teeth
Comb your sleepy head
Here's your clothes
And your shoes
Hear the words I said
Get up now
Get up and make your bed
Are you hot?
Are you cold?
Are you wearing that?
Where's your books and your lunch and your homework at?
Grab your coat and your gloves and your scarf and hat
Don't forget you gotta feed the cat
Eat your breakfast
The experts tell us it's the most important meal of all
Take your vitamins so you will grow up one day to be big and tall
Please remember the orthodon'tist will be seeing you at three today?
Don't forget your piano lesson is this afternoon
So you must play
Don't shovel
Chew slowly
But hurry
The bus is here
Be careful
Come back here
Did you wash behind your ears?
Play outside
Don't play rough
Would you just play fair?
Be polite
Make a friend
Don't forget to share
Work it out
Wait your turn
Never take a dare
Get along
Don't make me come down there
Clean your room
Fold your clothes
Put your stuff away
Make your bed
Do it now
Do we have all day?
Were you born in a barn?
Would you like some hay
Can you even hear a word I say?
Answer the phone
Get Off the phone
Don't sit so close
Turn it down
No texting at the table
No more computer time tonight
Your iPod's my iPod if you don't listen up
Where you going and with whom and what time do you think you're coming home?
Saying thank you, please, excuse me
Makes you welcome everywhere you roam
You'll appreciate my wisdom
Someday when you're older and you're grown
Can't wait 'til you have a couple little children of your own
You'll thank me for the counsel I gave you so willingly
But right now
I thank you NOT to roll your eyes at me
Close your mouth when you chew
Would appreciate
Take a bite
Maybe two
Of the stuff you hate
Use your fork
Do not you burp
Or I'll set you straight
Eat the food I put upon your plate
Get an A, Get the door
Don't get smart with me
Get a Grip
Get in here I'll count to 3
Get a job
Get a life
Get a PhD
Get a dose of...
I don't care who started it
You're grounded until your 36
Get your story straight
And tell the truth for once for heaven's sake
And if all your friends jumped off a cliff
Would you jump too?
If I've said it once, I've said at least a thousand times before that
You're too old to act this way
It must be your father's DNA
Look at me when I am talking
Stand up straight when you walk
A place for everything
And everything must be in place
Stop crying or I'll give you something real to cry about
Oh!
Brush your teeth
Wash your face
Get your PJs on
Get in bed
Get a hug
Say a prayer with Mom
Don't forget
I love you
**KISS**
And tomorrow we will do this all again because a mom's work never ends
You don't need the reason why
Because
Because
Because
Because
I said so
I said so
I said so
I said so
I'm the Mom
The mom
The mom
The mom
The mom
Ta-da
TELEPHONE
Hello, is Raymond there?
Sorry wrong number..
.
Hello, can I speak to Jiro, please
I'm sorry, he isn't here right now.
I see, when will he be back?
At about 3pm
Ok, I'll call back then. Thank you
.
.
Hello, is Junko there?
Sorry, she's not in.
When will she be back?
I have no idea, maybe this evening.
I see, could you give her a message? Could you tell her to call Mayumi, she knows my number.
Ok, I will.
.
Is Mr. Ono in?
Who's calling?
This is DBS Bank
What's it about?
We'd like to talk to him if we may.
Wait a moment, I'll get him..
.
Is Mrs. Ono in?
Speaking
Hello, this is American Life Insurance Company. I was wonder if you (blah, blah blah)....
Sorry, not interested, thank you..
CALLING YOUR OWNER
Hello, Mr Chan? This is your tenant Mrs.Ono from Liang Court.
Oh, hello Mrs Ono, what can I do for you?
Oh, hello Mrs Ono, what can I do for you?
I have a problem: my kitchen sink is blocked*; could you fix it for me, please?
Ok, I'll come over and look at it as soon as possible. Will you be home this afternoon?
Ok, I'll come over and look at it as soon as possible. Will you be home this afternoon?
Yes, I will / No I won't
When is it convenient for you?
When is it convenient for you?
This evening / anytime after 6pm /anytime before 3pm / tomorrow morning
Ok, I'll call before I come.
Thank you, bye
***************************************
***************************************
Mrs. Ono. I will send a man to fix it tomorrow afternoon.
Tomorrow afternoon is not good for me. Can he come in the morning?
I'll see and get back to you.
*********************************************************************
Mrs. Ono, can you describe the problem?
No, I can't, it just doesn't work / it's just broken.********************************************************************
Who pays for the cost of repair?
You do.
No, I think you should talk to my husband about that
*******************************************************************I need it repaired as soon as possible.
*Other expressions:
My air-con. is broken
My air-con. isn't cool
My air-con. is leaking.
My fridge light doesn't come on
My fridge isn't cold
My washing machine doesn't drain the water
My washing machine doesn't spin.
My washing machine makes banging noises.
My washing machine is leaking.
My dryer is broken
My dryer is cold.
My showerhead fell off.
My shower rail fell down.
My water heater is leaking.
The water isn't hot.
The toilet is blocked.
The toilet doesn't flush.
The toilet is leaking.
The door handle is falling off.
The door handle fell off.
The lock is broken.
WHERE DO YOU LIVE?
Where do you live?
On River Valley Road
Oh, really? Which condo?
The XXXXXX
Oh, I hear that's a very nice place. How long are you living there?
2 months
How many bedrooms are there?
Three: 2 big ones and a small guest room
Is the rent high?
Yes, very / Yes, pretty high / No, it's reasonable
Is it convenient?
Yes, very; it's next to the MRT station and there's a supermarket nearby / No, I have to walk 10 minutes to the nearest bus stop
How about the facilities, what are they like?
Well, there's a big pool and 2 tennis courts.
Do you like it there?
It's wonderful! I love it! / It's ok / No, it's too noisy / No, I want to move!.
.
Other expressions:
Across the road there's a CC (Community Club)
Down the road there's a wet market
The MRT is 10 minutes walking distance
.
.
HOLIDAY PLANS
1
So, what are you doing for the month of August?
Oh, nothing much. My husband doesn't have much time off so we aren't going anywhere special.
Oh, what a pity. So, you're just going to stay in Singapore.
Yeah, what about you? What are YOU going to do?
Well, I'm going back to Japan for 3 weeks next Monday.
You lucky thing! Will you see your parents?
Yes, they want to see the grandchildren.
Well, have a great time and send me a postcard!
Ok, if I remember!
.
2
2
Any plans for August?
None. How about you?
My parents are coming on Friday; they'll be staying at the Shangri-La for 2 nights.
Oh, very nice! Is this their first visit?
No, second.
What are you planning to do with them?
Well, we'll probably go to the casino and the Singapore flyer. My mother loves shopping so we'll probably do Orchard road.
Have fun!
.
CANCELLING A LUNCH DATE
Hello Kathy? Yumiko here
Hi Yumiko! How are you!
Not so good; that's why I'm calling. I have to cancel our lunch date tomorrow
I'm sorry to hear that, what's the matter?
I have a terrible cough.
How did you get it?
I got it from my son, he has a cough, too.
Oh, I see. Are you going to see a doctor?
yes, maybe this afternoon / No, there's no need.
Well take care of yourself and call me when you're feeling better.
OK, I will.
INVITATIONS
BIRTHDAY INVITATION
.
R.S.V.P = repondez s'il vous plait = please reply
Regrets only = reply ONLY if you cannot go to the party
.
Can you come to Ashley's party on Saturday?
- Yes, we'd love to come!
- Sorry, we can't. We have another engagement but thanks for asking.
- Sorry, she can't; she has another party that afternoon but thanks for asking.
What can I buy a 6 year old girl?
Anything! Girls are easy to buy for!
.
What can I buy a 6 year old boy?
Something he can take apart, or build, or throw, or make noise with!
.
What time does it start?
Can mothers stay and watch?
.
MOVIE INVITATION
Can you go to a movie with me on Saturday?
I'd love to! Which movie?
Toy Story 3
Where and what time?
The Lido, 1.30pm, is that okay?
Great! Meet you in the lobby at 12.30 - we can have a bite to eat first.
Sounds good. See you then
.
Can you go to a movie with me on Saturday?
Sorry, I can't, I'm busy / I have guests coming over / I have to take my son to his baseball game
Well, maybe some other time
Yes, thanks for asking
.
RESTAURANT
RESTAURANT
Table for 5, please
This way
Can I have that table over there; near the window
Sorry, that one is reserved
.
May I see the menu, please
May I see the wine menu, please
.
Is there a set lunch/dinner?
What is the 2-for-1 deal?
Can I order anything in the menu for the 2-for-1?
No, only the main course, and the second main course of equal or lower value will be free
.
Would you like to order?
Later, we're still looking
.
How spicy is this?
It's not too spicy / it's very spicy
What is the soup of the day?
What is the soup of the day?
.
I'll have the fish & chips
I'll have the Greek salad
I'll have the porterhouse steak
.
How would you like your steak done?
Well done / medium /medium rare / rare
Does it come with a sauce?
.
I'll order dessert later
.
Fish & chips?
That's mine
.
How's your steak?
It's very good / it's not so good
.
Would you like anything to drink?
Yes, a glass of white house wine
Mineral water, please
Just iced water
Just warm water
A coke
.
Excuse me, a menu please
Let's order dessert, the tiramisu looks nice
2 cappuccinos, please
.
The bill, please
I didn't order this!
Do you take American Express?
Is there a discount with this card?
MAKING A RESERVATION
Shangri La Hotel
Weekdays
High Tea (11.30am - 6pm)
High Tea (11.30am - 6pm)
Weekends and public holidays
High Tea (11.30am - 2.30pm, 3 - 6 pm)
The Rose Veranda, please
.
Rose Veranda, may I help you?
Yes, I'd like some information about the High Tea; is it a buffet or cake stand?
It's a buffet
What kind of spread is it? Are there any savoury items?
There's cake, sandwiches, noodles etc
Rose Veranda, may I help you?
Yes, I'd like some information about the High Tea; is it a buffet or cake stand?
It's a buffet
What kind of spread is it? Are there any savoury items?
There's cake, sandwiches, noodles etc
.
And how much is it per person?
It's $38 ++ per person weekdays and $40 ++ weekends
.
Is there a dress code?
It's smart casual
And how much is it per person?
It's $38 ++ per person weekdays and $40 ++ weekends
.
Is there a dress code?
It's smart casual
.
What time does it start?
High Tea is from 11.30am to 6pm
What time does it start?
High Tea is from 11.30am to 6pm
.
Fine, I'd like to reserve a table for 3 for High Tea tomorrow
Under what name?
Mrs. Ono
.
What time will you be coming?
Around 3pm
Fine, I'd like to reserve a table for 3 for High Tea tomorrow
Under what name?
Mrs. Ono
.
What time will you be coming?
Around 3pm
.
What's your contact number?
It's 98765432.
What's your contact number?
It's 98765432.
.
Okay, Table for 3 for tomorrow afternoon. We'll keep your table for 15 minutes.
Thank you, Mrs. Ono
Thank you, bye
Okay, Table for 3 for tomorrow afternoon. We'll keep your table for 15 minutes.
Thank you, Mrs. Ono
Thank you, bye
GIFTS
GIFTS
Here's a small gift I got for you
Oh! You shouldn't have! Can I open it now?
Sure, go ahead
Oh it's lovely! Thank you very much
It's nothing. I'm glad you like it.
TAXI
Hailing a Taxi in Singapore
• Japanese Association, Adam road, please
• Go by Holland rd / the PIE / the ECP / the AYE
• Which way? You choose.…(dangerous!)
• Turn right / turn left
• Go straight
• Make a U-turn
• Keep right / keep left / keep centre
• Keep in this lane
• Go inside
• Drop me at the bus stop
• Drop me after the traffic lights
• Drop me before the overhead bridge
• Drop me here
• First drop me at --, then drop her at --.
• Can you wait for me, please
• Can you turn down the music; it’s too loud
• What’s the surcharge?
• Keep the change
• My change, please!!!!!
• Can you change $50?
• I think you’ve overcharged me!
ECP: East Coast Parkway
ERP: Electronic Road Pricing
CBD: Central Business District
PIE: Pan Island Expressway
AYE: Ayer Rajah Expressway
CTE: Central Expressway
SHOPPING
- Just looking
- Do you have this in blue?
- Do you have this in size S/M/L?
- Can you check for stock in another store?
- Will you be getting new stock in soon?
- Do you sell belts?
- Can I try this on?
- Where is the fitting room?
- There’s no price tag, how much is this?
- Is this on sale?
- Can you give me a discount?
- $100?!! That’s too much, I’ll give you $30 for it.
- I’ll think about it.
- Can I return this?
- I want to return this item I bought yesterday.
- I have the receipt.
- I don’t have the receipt.
- Can I exchange this for a larger size?
- Can I exchange this for a different colour?
- Can I exchange it for something else?
- Can I get a refund?
- Can you gift wrap it for me, please
- Can you put these in different bags, please
- Is this shop in the tourist refund scheme?
- Is it paper form or electronic?
- Electronic? Good, so I need an eTRS Ticket for these items.
- Paper form? Ok, I will fill out the refund form here.
- May I have the receipts, please.
- May I speak to the manager, please?
PARENT TEACHER MEETING
MOTHER
- How is my son doing in class?
- How are his grades?
- How is his spelling?
- How is his grammar?
- How is his writing?
- How is his behaviour?
- What are his weak points?
- How can he improve?
- What are his strong points?
- Is he improving?
- Is he falling behind?
- What standard is his English?
- Does he speak out in class?
TEACHER
Your son is doing well in class.
Your son needs to do better in class
Your son is not doing well in class and needs to improve.
His grades are excellent / good / average / below average / poor
His English is good / needs improving / poor
He behaves very well in class.
He is a quiet boy / a talkative boy/ an active boy / a hyperactive boy.
He is very sociable, very intelligent
He is very lazy, very untidy, disorganised,
He is weak in English
His weakest points are grammar and speaking
He is doing very well in Maths.
He is strong in Maths.
.
MINI-DIALOGUES
How are you?
Very well, thank you
Do you mind if I smoke?
No, go ahead
I hope Japan wins the World Cup.
Me, too
Help yourself to a drink
Thank you
Did you have a good trip?
Yes, pretty good
I can’t come, sorry
Oh, what a pity!
Today’s the 4th, isn’t it?
Yes, that’s right / No, it’s the 3rd.
Another drink, Yoko?
No, not just now, maybe later
Can I help you?
No, there’s no need, thanks
Can you help me, please?
Where’s the toilet?
It’s over there
Sorry, do you have the time?
It’s 10.30.
How’s your family?
Fine, thanks
Call me sometime
Ok, I will
Thank you
You’re welcome
How old are you?
21, and you?
Hi, nice to see you again
Hey! Long time no see!
I have to leave early
Sure, no problem
How do you like your coffee?
Black with sugar / white
Is this seat taken?
No, go ahead / Yes, it’s taken
What time is it?
11.30
Have I seen you before?
No, I don’t think so
I’m new to Singapore
Me, too / I’ve been here 2 yrs
I'm sorry I'm late
Oh, that's all right
I'm pregnant!
Congratulations!
Hello, may I join you?
Yes, please do
Is it far to the bus stop?
No, not very
HAIR SALON
What’s the name?
Mrs. Ono
Would you like any particular hairstylist?
No, anyone will do.3pm, is that ok?
That’s fine / No, 2 pm is better for me
See you at 3pm / 2pm Friday
At the Salon
• Can I see some hairstyle pictures?
• I want a wash and cut
• I want a straight perm
• I want my fringe trimmed
• I want it layered
• I want ‘this much’ off
• I want to colour my hair
• I want highlights
• That’s too dark / too light / too red
• I want to do my roots only
• Do you have Henna?
• How long will it take?
• How much is it?
• How much for a ‘hair treatment’?
• Can I have a cup of tea?
• Can I have a cup of tea?
• It's very nice, thank you
• It's awful!
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