Do you know some English but still have trouble expressing yourself in social situations ? If yes , then this is the right podcast for you to improve your daily English conversation skills . This podcast presents a lot of useful phrases and sentences you would never think of unless you come across them .
It contains plenty of common corrections used by native English speakers in everyday life . It covers topics such as meeting new people and making small talk , dating and visiting friends , eating out , emergencies situations and doctor's appointments , car and flat rental , staying in hotels and traveling by air , shopping and much more .
As always , I'll be playing the characters . All you have to do now is to sit back and enjoy your listening . Welcome to Look and Listen . English Lessons Podcast . This episode is broken down into seven parts and it's all about how to book a flight , how to cancel it , how to check in your luggage and pass security .
You will learn new phrases , idioms and slang to improve your British English skills . Whether you're an aspiring globetrotter or simply want to enhance your language proficiency , this episode full of characters is tailor made for you . But before we start , please like and leave a comment and share it in your playlist so you can listen to it again . Okay , I'm excited .
Let's get started . Ladies and gentlemen , good morning . Welcome on board to 737 Flight and Folly . This is your captain , sharon Faye speaking . Our flight time today will be 12 hours and our estimate time of arrival in New York will be 3.30 am . The weather on our route is good . The temperature at our destination is now 2 degrees Celsius , with some rain .
We wish you a pleasant flight and we hope to see you again soon . On behalf of all our crew , thank you for choosing our Look and Listen English Airlines as your airline today this weekend . This is our Krol 737 . Please hold on for your approval . There is a slight delay . This is 737 holding on . Thank you . We'll be taking off as soon as possible .
Meanwhile , we invite you to take this opportunity to put on your headphones , relax and enjoy the service . Thank you All right , ladies and gentlemen , let's start with basic vocabulary . In British English , a ticket is called a booking . So to book a flight you need to find a booking . Now pay attention as we introduce you to some classic British phrases .
When you're ready to fly , you say I fancy a trip abroad . Once you've decided on destination , it's time to find the perfect flight . In British English you call it scoring airlines or for cracking deals . Now let's learn some common British expressions you might encounter during the booking process . If you're here , it costs an arm and a leg .
It means the flight is expensive . Excuse me , captain , oh , yes , sit on three , four , go ahead . So I need to chop off my arm and leg to afford it ? No , no , no , it's just an idea . You don't need to sacrifice any body parts . Now , after you've found the perfect flight , it's time to make a payment .
In British English , we say I need to cough up some dosh . I need to cough up some dosh when we're paying for something . So now , ladies and gentlemen , we're ready for our departure . Please fasten your seat belts . We are working hard to arrive at our destination at a time as close to schedule as possible .
Don't forget to like and hit that subscribe button and stay tuned for more amusing podcasts and videos . Hi there , sarah . Have you ever booked a flight using British English ? No , I haven't . Can you show me how ? Absolutely . Let's start First . You need to know the essential phrases .
When asking about flight availability , you can say can you tell me if there are any flights to , let's say , uk ? Okay , got it . And what if I want to book around a trip ticket . Oh , that's great question . To book around a trip ticket . You'd say I'd like to book a return ticket , please .
So if I want a ticket for a specific date , how do I ask for it ? Excellent point To request a ticket for a specific date . Say , I'd like to book a flight to , etc . Okay , and what about the seating preferences ? How can I specify that ? Good one . If you have a seating preference , you can say I'd like to reserve a seat by the window , please .
And what should I ask ? If I want an aisle seat , well done , sarah . If you prefer an aisle seat , simply say can I have an aisle seat , please ? Lastly , when confirming your flight details , you can ask can you please confirm the departure time for my flight ? Oh , that sound straightforward enough . Thanks for these helpful phrases , sharon , thank you .
Thank you , you're welcome , sarah . Remember , practice makes perfect , so take some time to practice using these phrases . Hi , there , listeners . An aisle is a long , narrow space between rows of seats in an aircraft or cinema . But now let's continue and listen to the characters trying to book a flight to Oslo . Hello , hi , Judy , how are you ?
This is Natalie Smith speaking . Oh , hi , mrs Smith , how can I help you ? How are you ? I'm good , I'm good . I have a question what flights are there on the 19th of March to Oslo ? Okay , oslo , hold on , let me check . On March 19th , there are two flights . One is at 7.30am and the other one is at 4pm . Would you prefer ? Are there any direct flights ?
No , I'm afraid not . You have to transfer to Copenhagen or Stockholm . Oh , I see . Very well , judy , I'll take the 7.30 flight . Thank you and done . The confirmation and ticket will be sent to your email shortly . Is there anything else I can do for you , mrs Smith ? No , no , that will be all . Thank you , dear . Thank you , bye-bye , have a pleasant day .
Bye you too . Bye-bye , and have a pleasant trip . Thank you , I will . In this part . Mrs Smith decides to change the flight reservation Book of Light . How can I help you ? Oh , hello . May I speak with Judy please ? Judy is not here at the moment . She called in sick this morning . I'll be glad to assist you , ma'am . Oh dear , I hope it's not serious .
Very well , thank you . I'd like to change my flight reservation . Okay , no problem . What's your booking number ? It's XPL123 . What would you like to change , ma'am ? I'd like to take an earlier flight , if possible . I'm booked on flight number XPL on March 90th . Can I change this to a later date , please ? What day would you like to depart ?
On May 2nd , will I have to pay a change fee ? Okay , let me fix that . Oh , yes , well , yes , because you booked a flight over 24 hours ago , mrs Smith . Oh , I see . Is there anything else I can do for you ? No , no , no , thank you , you are most kindier . What is your name ? Sharon ? Oh , thank you , sharon . Say hi to Judy for me .
Bye , now , have a pleasant day . I will Thank you , mrs Smith . You have a good day . Bye , cheers . Here you are . I'm afraid your flight has been delayed . It's now scheduled to depart at 4.30pm . Would you like an aisle or window seat ? Window seat , please , either listeners . To transfer means to change a plane .
To be delayed means to be later than planned , to be scheduled , to be planned at a particular time . To depart means to leave . An aisle seat means a seat near the passage between rows . A fee means money . You pay for service . Now let's learn how to check in your luggage . Hi , are you checking any bags ?
Hi . Yes , I have a suitcase to check and one carry-on .
Oh , I'm afraid this bag exceeds the size restrictions . Can you put it on the carry-on , please ? Did you pack your bags yourself ?
Yes , I did .
Are there any sharp or prohibited items in your bags ?
No , I have a stuffer and Miami Will I have to collect my luggage there ?
No , your luggage will go straight through to Montevideo . Here is your boarding pass . Hi , there it's me again . Please subscribe , click , like and leave a comment , and don't forget to share this episode to your playlist so you can listen to it a few times more . All right , so let's go on .
To check a suitcase means to hand your bags over to the airlines for the transportation . To carry on means to bring your bag on the plane with you . To exceed size restrictions means to be too big . A carry-on sizer , or carry-on , it's a device which shows your bag size . Sharp means able to cut . Prohibited means banned or not allowed .
Stopover means a stop during a flight . How to go through security and board a plane . Lady , get on the plane . For your own sake , please , all right .
Excuse me , do I need to take my mobile out of the bag ?
Yes , you do Put it into the bin . Please . Do you have any coins or keys in your pockets ?
No , I don't . I have taken everything out .
Then walk through the body scanner , please .
Can I take this bottle of water on board ?
No , I'm afraid not sir .
Is this the gate for flight 234 to Madrid ? Yes , it is , sir . Enjoy your flight , thank you .
Hi there , listeners . Three more words to go and we're done for today . All right , a bin means a container , coins , metal money . On board means on the plane . Thanks for listening to Look and Listen English Lessons' broadcast . To continue improving your English , you are welcome to join my channel and watch the videos on different topics and levels .
Till next time , bye-bye . Do you know some English but still have trouble expressing yourself in social situations ? If yes , then this is the right podcast for you to improve your daily English conversation skills . This podcast presents a lot of useful phrases and sentences you would never think of unless you come across them .
It contains plenty of common corrections used by native English speakers in everyday life . It covers topics such as meeting new people and making small talk , dating and visiting friends , eating out , emergencies situations and doctor's appointments , car and flat rental , staying in hotels and traveling by air , shopping and much more .
As always , I'll be playing the characters . All you have to do now is to sit back and enjoy your listening . Welcome to another Look and Listen English Lessons podcast with Sharon Fay .
This episode we learn useful phrases and expressions for booking and staying in our hotel , with new characters and daily conversations to improve your English speaking level Sharon's towers . Good morning , thank you for calling . How may I assist you today ? Good morning , I would like to book a room for two nights , please . Certainly , madam .
May I have your name please ? My name is Natalie Smith . Thank you , mrs Smith . Could you please let me know the date you would like to stay with us ? I would like to check in on the 15th of July and check out on the 70th of July . Let me check . Um , perfect , we have availability for those days . How many people will be staying in the room ?
It will be just me . Great , we have a variety of room types available . Would you prefer a single room or a double room ? I would like a double room , please , noted . Um , our double rooms come with a comfortable queen size bed . Is there any specific view you would like from your window ? Oh , I would love a room with a city view , if possible .
I'll do my best to accommodate your request . Now let's talk about the amenities . Um , so our rooms come with free Wi-Fi , a flat screen TV and a mini bar . Is there anything else you would like to have in your room , madam ? Oh , that sounds perfect . I don't need any additional amenities . Alright , mrs Smith .
Now your room has been booked for the 15th to the 70th of July A double room with a city view . The total cost for your stay will be 150 quid . Will you be paying with a credit card or another ? Oh , yes , I will be paying with my visa card .
Excellent , could you please provide me with the card details , including the card number , expiration date and the CVV code , please ? Sure , the card number is 1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-0-1-2-3-4-5-6 . It expires in December 23 and the CVV code is 1-2-3 . Thank you , perfect , mrs Smith . Your booking is confirmed . You will receive a confirmation email shortly with all the details .
Is there anything else I can assist you with ? Oh , no , no , no , that's all . Thank you for your help . You're welcome , mrs Smith . We look forward to welcoming you to our Sherryns Towers . Have a great day , thank you , goodbye . Thank you , goodbye . Good morning . How may I assist you today ?
Oh , good morning , I have a resident under the name of Natalie Smith . Oh , thank you , it sounds familiar , mrs Smith . Oh , let me check your reservation . Ah , here it is . You have a deluxe room booked for two nights , right ? May I have your passport , please ? Sure , here you go , thank you , here's your key card .
Ma'am , your room is on the third floor and breakfast is served from 7am to 10am . If you need any assistance during your stay , feel free to ask . Thank you , you're most kind . Could you please tell me where the nearest restaurant is ? Certainly , ma'am . There's a lovely restaurant just around the corner .
Turn left when you exit the hotel and it will be , you know , on your right hand side . Okay , oh , perfect , thank you . Oh , one more thing , please . Is there a gym in the hotel ? Oh , yes , of course . We do have a fitness centre on the ground floor . It's open from 6am to 10pm .
Just let me know if you'd like to use it and I'll provide you with the access code . Okay , wonderful , that sounds great . Definitely check it out . Thank you for your help . You're welcome , mrs Smith . Enjoy your stay . Thank you . Now let's see how our guest , mrs Smith , settles into her room . John , john , it's me Listen .
This room is lovely , oh , and the bed looks so comfortable . I wish you were here , and the view from the window is amazing . Thank you so much for this present darling . As Mrs Smith continues her stay , she enjoys the hotel's amenities . Excuse me , do you mind if I use this trade mail ? Oh , no , no , not at all . Go ahead , I'm done with it for today .
Thank you Good evening . May I see the menu please ? Of course , madam . There you go . Thank you . Our guest , mrs Smith , is having a pleasant stay at the hotel . Oh hi , goodbye , mrs Smith . I hope you had a wonderful stay with us . Oh , thank you , I had a great time . The service was excellent . Oh , we're glad to hear that .
Have a safe journey and we hope to see you again soon . Oh , thank you , you certainly will . Goodbye , bye , hi there listeners , here are a few phrases that will be useful for you next time you book yourself a room in a hotel . A suite , a set of rooms , a suite , a hotel room with a bathroom , shirt facilities when there's one bathroom for few hotel rooms .
Suitable for you means right for your situation . A charge means money you have to pay . A fee means money you pay to get a service . A cancellation means a decision to stop something . A mini-t means something , such as a swimming pool or shopping center that is intended to make life more pleasant or comfortable for the people in the town or hotel .
Thanks for listening to Look and Listen English Lessons' podcast . To continue improving your English , you are welcome to join my channel and watch the videos on different topics and levels . Till next time . Bye , bye .