Negotiation
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EN: Use 'How are you?' as a standard greeting to ask about someone's well-being. The verb 'are' matches the subject 'you'.
How are they?
EN: In English-speaking cultures, 'How are you?' is often a polite greeting rather than a deep question about health. A short, positive answer like 'I'm good' is expected.
EN: Use 'I am' followed by an adjective to describe your current state or feelings.
I am happy.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, 'I am good' is a very common and standard response to 'How are you?', even if it is grammatically informal compared to 'I am well'.
EN: Use 'Let's' (Let us) followed by a base verb to make a suggestion or invite someone to do something together.
Let's go to the park.
EN: In many English-speaking cultures, 'Let's eat lunch together' is a common way to build rapport with colleagues or friends, often implying a casual and friendly atmosphere.
EN: Use 'like' followed by a noun to express that you enjoy or agree with something.
I like this coffee.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, responding enthusiastically with 'I like that idea' is a common way to build rapport and show support for a friend's suggestion.
EN: Use 'have' to talk about things you possess or situations you are currently facing.
I have a question.
EN: In English-speaking workplaces, it is common to be direct about having a 'problem' when seeking advice from friends or colleagues.
EN: Use 'What is...' to ask for information about a specific thing or situation.
What is the price?
EN: In a professional context, 'What is the problem?' is a direct way to ask for details. Depending on your tone, it can sound helpful or slightly impatient.
EN: When the subject is a single person or thing (like 'A company'), we add an 's' to the action word (verb) in the present tense.
He wants a coffee.
EN: In business, 'service' can refer to a specific task or ongoing support provided by one company to another.
EN: Use the Present Simple tense to describe a current action or a fact. The word order is: Subject (Who) + Verb (Action) + Object (Who/What receives the action).
I send you a message.
EN: In business, an 'offer' is a formal proposal. Using 'send us' is a common way to describe receiving digital or physical documents from a company.
EN: Use 'sounds + adjective' to give your opinion about something you just heard.
That sounds great!
EN: 'What is wrong?' is a common way to show empathy when you notice someone has a problem or looks unhappy.
EN: Use 'too' before an adjective to say that something is more than what is wanted or needed.
The coffee is too hot.
EN: In business negotiations, saying 'The offer is too low' is a direct way to express that the price does not meet expectations. It is common in Western business culture to be clear about price gaps.
EN: Use 'How much' to ask about price or money. Use 'do' to make a question with 'they'.
How much do they pay?
EN: In business, 'offer' refers to the specific amount of money a company is willing to pay. It is common to negotiate if the first offer is too low.
EN: Use the Present Simple tense to state facts or current situations. When the subject is 'They', the verb 'offer' stays in its base form.
They offer free coffee.
EN: In business negotiations, 'offer' refers to the initial price a buyer is willing to pay. It is common to negotiate if the first offer is too low.
EN: Use 'What is...' to ask for specific information about a noun (like a price, name, or time).
What is your name?
EN: In business negotiations, asking for a price directly is common, but using a polite tone is important to maintain a good relationship.
EN: Use 'is' to connect a singular subject (Our price) with its value or description.
My phone is five hundred dollars.
EN: In business negotiations, stating a price clearly and directly is common in English-speaking cultures to begin the bargaining process.
EN: Use 'That is a/an + adjective + noun' to describe a situation or thing you just heard about.
That is a good idea.
EN: In business negotiations, pointing out a 'big difference' is a polite way to indicate that the current offer is not acceptable without being too aggressive.
EN: Use 'can' followed by a base verb to suggest a possibility or give a suggestion.
You can call me tomorrow.
EN: In business negotiations, a 'counter-offer' is a standard response when the initial price is not acceptable. It shows you are still interested in the deal but want better terms.
EN: Use 'What + noun' at the beginning of a question to ask for specific information about that noun.
What color do you like?
EN: In business negotiations, 'terms' refers to the specific conditions of an agreement, such as price, delivery time, or payment methods.
EN: Use the base form of a verb at the beginning of a sentence to give a suggestion or command. This is called an imperative sentence.
Ask for more time.
EN: In business negotiations, 'Ask for' is a direct way to state a target price. Using a specific number like 'seven thousand' shows clarity in a counter-offer.
EN: Use 'That is a...' to describe a thing or an idea you just heard or saw.
That is a great movie.
EN: In business, a 'compromise' is seen as a positive way to reach an agreement where both sides give up something to move forward.
EN: Use 'Meet [someone] in the middle' as an idiom to mean reaching a compromise or agreement where both sides give up something.
You want $100 and I want $80, so let's meet in the middle at $90.
EN: In Western business culture, 'meeting in the middle' is a very common and positive way to resolve a deadlock in negotiations. it shows a willingness to cooperate.
EN: Use the pattern 'Subject + like + Object' to express your preference or agreement with something.
I like this coffee.
EN: In business or casual negotiations, saying 'I like that plan' is a positive way to show collaboration and move the conversation forward.
EN: Use the Present Simple tense to describe an action you are doing right now or a decision made at the moment of speaking.
I open the door now.
EN: In business, a 'counter-offer' is a common part of negotiations when the first price is not acceptable. It shows a willingness to continue the conversation rather than just saying 'no'.
EN: Use 'Good luck with' followed by a noun to wish someone success in a specific situation or task.
Good luck with your exam!
EN: In business contexts, 'deal' refers to a formal agreement or transaction. Wishing someone 'good luck' is a common way to show professional support and friendliness.
EN: Use 'Thank you for + [noun]' to show gratitude for a specific thing or action.
Thank you for the coffee.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, it is common to explicitly state what you are thanking someone for, rather than just saying 'Thank you'.
EN: Use 'You are welcome' as a standard polite response after someone says 'Thank you'.
You are welcome, my friend.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, acknowledging a 'thank you' is very important for politeness. While 'You're welcome' is most common, friends might also use 'No problem' or 'Anytime'.
EN: Use 'You are a/an + adjective + noun' to describe someone's character or role.
You are a good teacher.
EN: In English-speaking cultures, it is common and encouraged to give direct compliments to friends to strengthen the relationship.
EN: Use 'are' after 'We' to describe who we are or how we are. This is the plural form of the verb 'to be'.
We are happy.
EN: In Western culture, emphasizing teamwork and expressing appreciation for a partner is very common to build strong relationships.
Key vocabulary words with IPA pronunciation, definitions, example sentences, and interactive quizzes.
Phrases with type tags, bilingual definitions, usage notes, and example sentences.
To compromise with someone by reaching a point that is halfway between two different opinions or prices.
Used to wish someone success in a specific activity or situation.
To say that you want something or to request something.
A formal proposal to buy or sell something at a specific price.
An offer made in response to a previous offer that was not accepted.
The specific conditions or rules of an agreement or contract.