LET'S CHECK IT OUT! 💬
1. What is the person doing in the picture?
2. How do you usually introduce a high-end product to a customer?
LET'S LEARN 📖
swing
[ swing ]
verb
She loves to swing at the playground.
eye-catching
/ˈaɪˌkæʧɪŋ/
adjective
The artist's eye-catching painting drew many admirers.
gold-plated
/goʊldˈpleɪtɪd/
adjective
He bought a gold-plated watch for her.
self-winding
/sɛlfˈwaɪndɪŋ/
adjective
She admired his self-winding watch.
even though on
/ˈiːvən ðoʊ/
conjunction
She went for a walk even though it was raining.
case
[ keys ]
noun
He bought a new case for his phone.
mechanism
[ 'mek-uh-niz-uhm ]
adjective
The mechanism inside the watch is incredibly intricate.
convenient
[ kuhn-'veen-yuhnt ]
adjective
The store’s location is very convenient for me.
battery
[ 'bat-uh-ree ]
noun
The remote control needs a new battery.
trendy
[ 'tren-dee ]
adjective
She always wears the most trendy outfits.
LISTEN AND REPEAT 🗣
- She loves to swing at the playground.
- The artist's eye-catching painting drew many admirers.
- He bought a gold-plated watch for her.
- She admired his self-winding watch.
- She went for a walk even though it was raining.
- He bought a new case for his phone.
- The mechanism inside the watch is incredibly intricate.
- The store’s location is very convenient for me.
- The remote control needs a new battery.
- She always wears the most trendy outfits.
DIALOGUE PRACTICE! 🎧
Situation:
A customer inquires about an eye-catching, self-winding, gold-plated watch with a metal band, tries it on, and decides to purchase it.
Kenji
Aya
Of course! Let me take it out of the case for you. Here you go.
Kenji
This is beautiful. Is it self-winding ?
Aya
Yes, it is. This watch is self-winding, so you don't have to worry about batteries .
Kenji
Even though I love the design, I'm curious about the materials. What is it made of?
Aya
This watch is gold-plated and has a metal band. It's both stylish and durable.
Kenji
It really is in fashion. I've seen similar designs recently.
Aya
Yes, this style is quite popular right now. It's a classic look that's very trendy .
Kenji
How does the self-winding mechanism work?
Aya
You just need to wear it regularly. As you swing your wrist, it winds itself.
Kenji
That's convenient . Can I try it on?
Aya
Absolutely. Here, let me help you with that. How does it feel?
Kenji
It fits perfectly. I think I'll take it.
Aya
Great choice! I'll get it packaged for you right away.
COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS
1. What feature of the watch is highlighted by the salesperson?
2. What materials is the watch made of?
3. How does the self-winding mechanism of the watch work?
LET'S CHAT! 💬
Instruction: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate questions or responses based on the context.
Customer
Excuse me, I saw an eye-catching watch on your display. Can I take a look at it?
Sales Rep.
Customer
This is beautiful. Is it self-winding?
Sales Rep.
Customer
I'm curious about the materials. What is it made of?
Sales Rep.
.
Customer
How does the self-winding mechanism work?
Sales Rep.
Customer
That's convenient. Can I try it on?
Sales Rep.
ROLE PLAYING! 🎬
Situation:
A customer finds an eye-catching watch and asks the salesperson for assistance in trying it on. She inquires about the material and eventually decides to buy it.
Instruction:
Pair up with a partner. One person will be the customer, and the other will be the salesperson. Use the provided expressions to guide your conversation.
| AS A CUSTOMER | AS A STAFF MEMBER |
|---|---|
Express interest in the eye-catching watch. | Respond to the customer’s interest in the watch. |
Ask the salesperson for assistance in trying it on. | Assist the customer in trying it on. |
Inquire about the material of the watch. | Provide information about the material of the watch. |
Decide to buy the watch and express your decision to the salesperson. | Process the purchase and express gratitude. |
Excuse me, I saw an eye-catching watch on your display. Can I take a look at it?