unit 4 — colloquial responses

why don't you do some work?

I can't be bothered

cup of tea?

I could do with one

I've borrowed your coat

I like that!

do you know where the cinema is?

I'm afraid I haven't a clue

I've got some news

I'm all ears

I thought you were going to accept the offer

I'm having second thoughts

I hope the weather's good for our trip tomorrow

I'm keeping my fingers crossed

how did you know I was going out with Jenny?

a little bird told me

our plan's a failure. it won't work

back to square one

can I use your phone?

be my guest

I'm affraid this is the only job I can offer you

beggars can't be choosers

when you jump out from behind a tree to surprise sb

boo

I like your new car

care for a spin?

cheers!

cheers!

where shall I put your case?

dump it anywhere

when you don't catch what a friend says

eh?

sorry I can't make a bigger donation

every little helps

people say you're very generous

flattery will get you nowhere

when you want a horse to start or go faster

giddyup!

I insist on doing it like this

have it your own way

can I have some more meat?

help yourself

where's Ann tonight?

how should I know?

can I come to lunch?

if you don't mind taking pot luck

he's a very odd chap

it takes all sorts

we need a decision soon

let me sleep on it

how shall we decide?

let's toss for it

where were you last night?

mind your own business

when you express spontaneous delight!

mm!

you mustn't tell a soul

my lips are sealed

I'll buy the drinks

no, it's my round

do you know what it's called?

oh, it's on the tip of my tongue

I don't think I can afford this restaurant. it looks a bit expensive

oh, this is on me

I think I'd rather go to a pub

ok. suit yourself

sorry I can't help you

ok. thanks all the same

I've got a coin

ok. you toss, I'll call. Tails!

it's very cold, but I'm going for a walk

rather you than me

I've eaten too much. I feel ill

serves you right

when you want sb to be quiet

sh!

I'll pay you back soon

that'll be the day

can I bring a friend to your party?

the more the merrier

when you comfort a child in pain and crying

there, there

Bobby's in trouble at school

well, boys will be boys

I've left our tickets at home!

well, it can't be helped

I didn't get the job

well, you can't win them all

when you're waiting for sb to answear your question

well?

when you want a horse to slow down or stop?

whoah!

when you suddenly lose your balance or lose sth

whoops

when you're suddenly impressed by sth

wow!

did you catch the train?

yes, by the skin of my teeth

can you lend me £100?

you must be joking