Making Appointments

 MAKING APPOINTMENTS

A.    Definition of Appointments

Appointment is arrangement to meet somebody. When we want to meet somebody, it s better for us to make appointment with him/her first.

B.     Expressions to Make Appointment.

The following are expressions to make appointment. There are:

Ø  I’d like to make/arrange/ask for an appointment to see you (next Friday).

Ø  Could I see you (next Sunday)?

Ø  Is (tomorrow) next time to meet you?

Ø  Can I see you tomorrow afternoon)?

Ø  Will it be convenient if I come at (9 a.m.)?

Ø  Would (Tuesday) be possible?

Ø  How about (Monday the 3^rd)?

Ø  (Next Monday) what do you say?

Ø  Are you free (next Saturday)?

Ø  When would it suit you?

Ø  Where would you like to meet?

The following are expressions of accepting appointment. There are:

Ø  Sure, I’II be waiting for you. Ø  Yes, I think so. Ø  Of course. That would/will be fine. Ø  Great, it’s a perfect time. Ø  Certainly/of course. Ø  Yes, that’s fine.

Ø  That would be good/That sounds good. Ø  Good idea. Ø  Yes, what time? Ø  (10 o’clock) would best for me Ø  No problem.

The following are expressions of declining appointment. There are:

Ø  I’m afraid I can’t. I’m sorry. How about at…?

Ø  I’m sorry. Would you like to arrange/fix another time?

Ø  Sorry, I can’t/ I don’t think so/I’m busy.

Ø  No, I can’t. I’II be out…

Ø  How/what about another time?

Next are some expressions to cancel appointment. There are:

Ø  I’m sorry to let you down, but…

Ø  Sorry, I forgot. I have to much work to do.

Ø  I’m afraid the meeting is off.

Ø  Bad weather led to the cancellation of…

Ø  I’m really busy. I think I must cancel our meeting.

Exercise

Listen and complete the following dialogue. Then answer the questions!

Yesterday Anita didn’t go to school, so she didn’t participate in English test. Therefore, she meets Miss Lily to make appointment of English test for herself.

Anita               : May I come in, Miss?

Miss Lily         : Sure. Sit down, please. Can I help you?

Anita               : Yesterday I didn’t go to school.

Miss Lily         : Oh, you need an English test, don’t you?

Anita               : Yes, Miss. May I get it?

Miss Lily         : Of course. You may choose 1)…..

Anita               : I won’t lose your class. So, I choose after school.

Miss Lily         : Okay. I will give you the test after school.

Anita               : About the day, 2)…..

Miss Lily         : Tomorrow? Oh, I’m sorry. I have had appointment with another       students. 3)…..

Anita               : Yes, that’s fine. 4)….

Miss Lily         : Good. Prepare yourself for the test.

Anita               : Absolutely, Miss. Thank you.

Miss Lily         : You are welcome.

Anita               : I’m sorry, Miss. I forgot something.

Miss Lily         : What is it?

Anita               : 5)….

Miss Lily         : At my desk, is it okay?

Anita               : Yes, see you on Wednesday, Miss.

Miss Lily         : See you, Anita.

Asking and Giving Opinion PPT Video

Expressions of Asking and Giving Opinion

Expressions of Asking and Giving Opinion

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A.   Definition

Before we know what is asking and giving opinion, we must know what is opinion first. Opinion is phrase or sentence that consists of argument, reason or opinion from someone.

Asking Opinion is a sentence which asking opinion or argument to other people to satisfaction. Giving Opinion is a sentence that gives a reason to someone or other people.

                   So, Asking and Giving Opinion is expressions that is used for talking about argument or opinion of two or more people.

B.    Expressions of Asking & Giving Opinion

1.        Expressions of Asking Opinion

There are expressions of asking opinion in two situations:

Ø     Formal

-          Do you have any idea?

-          Do you have any opinion on …

-          Do you think is/are …

-          Have you got any comments on …

-          What is your opinion about….?

-          What are you feeling about….?

Ø       Informal

-         What do you think of…….?

-          What do you think about…?

-          What is your idea/opinion...?

-          How do you like?

-          How do you think of Rina’s idea ?

2.        Expressions of Giving Opinion

There are expressions of giving opinion in two situations:

Ø     Formal

-          I personally believe …..

-          I personally consider ….

-          I personally think /feel ….

-          I hold the opinion ….

-          Well, personally …

-         I assume/guess …

Ø     Informal

-         I think it’s good/nice/great …

-          I think that…

-          I think I like it.

-          In my opinion …

-          In my case …..

-          In my mind …..

-          I believe ...

-          If you ask to me, I feel ….

  

C.   Examples

Ø     Example of formal expression

Dialogue :

Student           : Miss Ratna, what is your opinion about my result   in this semester?

Teacher          : I personally think your result in this semester is     very  good, keep your grades Wulan.

Student              : Thank you so much for your information Miss     Ratna.   I am very glad to hear that.

Ø     Examples of informal expression

Dialogue 1

Jaka   :  What do you think of my new ball?

Reza  :  I think your ball is nice.

Dialogue 2

Cika       : What is your idea about the stars in this night Aisyah?

Aisyah  : Wow.. I think it is very beautiful..

Note  :

v    Formal situation, usually we can use when we speak with parents, teacher, lecturer and so on. Also in the office, hospital, etc.

v    Informal situation, in this we can use when we speak with friends, classmate, etc.

EXERCISE

Complete the dialogue bellow using the expressions above !

Dialogue 1

Dinda              : Hii, how are you today?

Sasha             : I’m fine, thanks Din. How about you?

Dinda              : I’m fine too. Oh yeah, .............. about my new hair?

Sasha             : Hemmm.. Yeah, ............. it looks good on you.

Dinda              : Sure. Thank you.

Dialogue 2

Mother            : Sella, can you help me?

Sella               : Yes mom, what can I do for you ?

Mother            : These, I confuse to choose one of dress here.

                         .................. if I wear this dress?

Sella               : ................... that dress it so beutiful for you.

Mother            : Really?

Sella               : Yeah, mom.