LET'S LEARN! 📚
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
I figured - to expect or think that something will happen
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I figured if I took the night train, I could be in Scotland by morning.
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Basically, I figured that this was my ticket to at least branch out a little bit.
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Prompt attention - performed or executed without delay or quick to act or respond
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Your prompt attention to this matter is highly appreciated.
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To avoid any further problems, we require your prompt attention.
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Get in touch - establish communication with someone
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We'll get in touch as soon as we know the results of the test.
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I'm trying to get in touch with Alice. Do you have her number?
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Drop a line - to write someone a letter, especially a short informal one
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I must drop a line to your sister to thank her for helping us.
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I couldn't reach him by phone so I dropped him a line.
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LET'S READ! 📖
Sending a follow-up email for payment
QUESTION
What was the email about?
Sending a follow-up email for incorrect orders
QUESTION
What was the email about?
LET'S PRACTICE! 📝
👂🏻 Listening Exercise
Direction: Listen to the audio in each item and answer the question that follows.
- Why did the sender drop a line?
- What will the receiver do before making a decision?
- What is the sender willing to do?
🗣 Speaking Exercise
Direction: Look at the photo and complete the statement. Start with the phrase "I was wondering..."
I was wondering...
1. ( I figured / last )
2. ( prompt / save )
3. ( execute / help )
4. ( get in touch / once a month )
5. ( drop a line / invite )