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
