Zoom英会話クラス(金)
November 22, 2024 (FRIDAY ZOOM)
Words & Phrases
Her condition is improving but not perfect.
She’s getting better, but still not fully recovered.
In adults, the symptoms of shingles often include a painful rash, itching, and flu-like symptoms.
She said they were going to have a funeral for immediate family only.
We sent her condolence money. (= money sent as a gesture of sympathy or support, often during a time of loss)
We sent her our condolences. (= expressing sympathy or sorrow)
We met thirty-three years ago when our sons were in the high school brass band.
The temperature was warmer than the weather forecast said.
Kamakura is closer than I thought. It only took one hour. The Odakyu rapid train is convenient.
I went to that restaurant with my husband. We had visited a painting exhibition before that.
The leaves haven’t turned colour yet.
The trees are changing colour now.
The autumn colours have (faded / gone / past).
Appropriate Language
Responses to “How are you?”
Positive Responses:
“I’m great, thanks! How about you?”
"Doing well, thank you!”
"I’m good, thanks for asking!”
"Couldn’t be better!”
"I’m fantastic, thanks!"
Neutral Responses:
“I’m okay, thanks. How are you?”
"Not bad, thanks!”
"I’m doing alright.”
"I’m fine, thanks for asking.”
"I’m hanging in there."
Negative Responses (if comfortable sharing):
“I’ve been better.”
"Not so great, to be honest.”
"It’s been a tough day.”
"I’m feeling a bit under the weather.”
"Could use some improvement."
Casual or Informal Responses:
“I’m good. You?”
"All good here!”
"Same old, same old.”
"Pretty decent, you?”
"Can’t complain."
Playful Responses:
“Living the dream!”
"Better than yesterday!”
"Oh, you know, surviving!"
Short Dialogues
A: I would like to visit Kamakura again to see the autumn colours. (= I have no plan yet)
B: When would you like to go?
A: I’m not sure yet.
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A: I’m going to Canada! (= I made plans and looking forward to the trip)
B: When are you going?
A: This coming spring.
