ZENEHALLGATÁS

IMPORTANT PHRASES

What an extensive music collection!– Micsoda nagy zenei gyűjtemény!

I listen to music all the time.– Állandóan zenét hallgatok.

When I was in secondary school.– Amikor középiskolás voltam.

Can I have a look?– Megnézhetem?

Some of them belonged to my father.–Néhány még az apámé volt.

at a bargain price–olcsón, jutányos áron

in the old fashioned way–a régi, ma nem divatos módon

I haven’t heard it yet.– Még nem hallottam.

the music of the sixties– a hatvanas évek zenéje

I’m not blown away by it.– Nem vagyok odáig érte.

I guess so.  – Szerintem igen.

I couldn’t quite catch the meaning.– Nem sikerült felfognom, hogy mit jelent.

it’s not easy to understand – nem könnyű megérteni

Internet is not really my world – Az internet nem igazán az én világom.

It’s a great way of brushing up your English.- Nagyszerű mód arra, hogy felfrissítsd az angoltudásod.

IMPORTANT WORDS

extensive – kiterjedt, nagy

genre– műfaj

to collect– gyűjteni

pocket money–zsebpénz

record–(bakelit) lemez

to treasure–becsben tartani

flea market– bolhapiac

to appreciate– értékelni

contemporary–kortárs, modern

to cue up– beállítani

lyrics– dalszöveg

sophisticated– kifinomult

to change sy’s mind– megváltoztatni a véleményét

invention– találmány

moreover– sőt

Anna: All I did was turn on the water.

Walter: That’s all? That doesn’t sound good.

Anna: No. You should see the…I guess it’s the water. I don’t know. It’s revolting.

Walter: Okay. So the plumbing‘s not perfect. We’ll get it fixed. It’s not the end of the world.

Anna: You didn’t see that water!

Walter: Look, this is an old house. It’s gonna need some work. You’ve gotta expect that.

Anna: I didn’t expect that water. It had legs.

Walter: A little work, a little care…a little imagination, and it’s gonna be great! It’s gonna be fun fixing it up. You’ll see.

Anna: I don’t know. I’ve never been any good at that kind of thing.

Walter: What kind of thing?

Anna: Work.

Walter: You can’t go into it with that kind of attitude. You’ve gotta be more positive.

Anna: I’ll try.

Walter: Oh.

Anna: A little care, a little imagination…and a positive attitude.

Walter: What was that?

Anna: Nothing, dear.

Walter: Son of a bitch.

Anna: Oh, Walter!

Walter: The stairs are out! Honey, you’re on my fingers.

Anna: Oh…Sorry.

Mini dialogues – find the best reply.

1. “Have a nice weekend.”

a) Same to you.
b) See you tomorrow.
c) Yes. Lovely, thanks.
d) I expect so.

2. “Whatever’s the matter?”

a) Well, I think it does.
b) Oh well! Never mind.
c) Oh! It’s nothing much.
d) I couldn’t care less.

3. “Here. Let me help you.”

a) Not at all.
b) You’re welcome.
c) What a pleasure.
d) That’s nice of you.

4. “Hello. Are you ready to order now?”

a) Why? What time is it?
b) Yes. A burger and a coke please.
c) We’re not ready on time.
d) Yes, I think we have already.

5. “I just can’t afford it.”

a) Who’s it for then?
b) How much is it then?
c) I’m afraid so.
d) Do you think it’s cheap?

6. “I’m sorry. Am I in your seat?”

a) Whose is it then?
b) No, I’m afraid not.
c) Please. Don’t blame me.
d) Yes. But it’s alright.

7. “I can’t remember the address.”

a) You’re stupid.
b) Never mind.
c) Where was it?
d) It looked great.

8. “Guess what? I passed the test.”

a) Good luck!
b) Cheers!
c) All the best!
d) Congratulations!

9. “I’m looking for the station.”

a) It’s just over there.
b) That’s a good idea.
c) Is it very far?
d) About three kilometres.

10. “It’s been ages since I saw you. Where have you been?”

a) Out for a meal.
b) At least six months.
c) On a course abroad.
d) Not very well, actually.

answers: 1-a 2-c 3-d 4-b 5-b 6-d 7-b 8-d 9-a 10-c

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Mini-dialogues: what is the correct answer?

1) Could you help me please?

a) If you don’t mind.

b) Certainly. Just a moment.

2) Excuse me, how much is this?

a) I’m not sure. I’ll just ask.

b) It’s much too expensive.

3) My son was so pleased with the new basketball.

a) Thank you very much.

b) I’m glad he liked it.

4) Whatever happened to you?

a) I fell off my bike.

b) What a surprise!

5) Can I help you?

a) I’m being served, thanks.

b) Yes. Wait for me.

6) How about a cup of tea?

a) Sorry, I’m in a hurry.

b) I don’t drink.

7) George – this is my sister.

a) She’s over there.

b) Nice to meet you.

8) Are you going on holiday this year?

a) The only time is the weekend.

b) We’ve already been – to France.

9) Are you going to the match?

a) No, I haven’t seen it.

b) Yes. I’ll see you there.

10) My sister’s getting married.

a) That’s a good idea.

b) How exciting!

answers: 1-b 2-a 3-b 4-a 5-a 6-a 7-b 8-b 9-b 10-b

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Pick the right reply.

1) Do you mind if I open the window?

a) Yes, if you must.
b) Not at all.

2) Can I pay by card?

a) Sorry, cash only.
b) It’s up to me.

3) I’ll call for you at 9.

a) OK, I’ll pick you up.
b) I’ll be ready.

4) What was your holiday like?

a) The South of Greece.
b) Absolutely brilliant.

5) I’m afraid Mr Schwartz is out. Will his secretary do?

a) I’ll try later, thanks.
b) She’s very good indeed.

6) It’s ages since we last met. Where have you been?

a) Two years at least.
b) Away on a course.

7) Have you got time?

a) Sorry, not really.
b) My watch has stopped.

8) A pumpkin soup and some toast and butter please.

a) Anything to drink?
b) Enjoy your meal.

9) Right. I’m going now.

a) Now’s fine by me.
b) OK. See you later.

10) I managed to pass the test.

a) Good luck!
b) Congratulations.

Answers: 1-b 2-a 3-b 4-b 5-a 6-b 7-a 8-a 9-b 10-b       

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