Engelhardt Diane. Perfect Phrases for ESL Conversation Skills

McGraw-Hill, 2013. — 256 p. — ISBN: 978-0-07-1 77407-9.Perfect Phrases for ESL: Conversation Skills was written for ESL students and learners who want to improve their conversation skills inside and outside of the classroom. The content was selected to familiarize you with the kind of language native English speakers use regularly in everyday conversations and discussions at home, school, and work. Although it was written with intermediate-level speakers in mind, there is something for every motivated learner who aims to develop his or her ability to participate in conversations and discussions on a broad variety oftopics.
Use just the right phrases and master the art of conversation like a native speaker of EnglishHow do you share an experience from your home country? What should you say to start a conversation? How do you offer someone your advice? This handy reference will help you navigate social and business situations, with hundreds of ready-to-use English phrases that will help you converse with friends, collaborate with co-workers, and engage those around you. Inside find examples of Perfect Phrases forIntroductions - Let me introduce myself.
Invitations - How about going to dinner on Friday?
Decisions - What are our options?
Disbelief - You're pulling my leg!
Gifts - That's very thoughtful of you.Phrases for Conversation
Small Talk
Past Experiences
Likes, Dislikes, and Interests
Objects and Processes
Problems and Advice
Decisions and Goals
Phrases for Discussions
Opinions
Group Discussions
Serious Subjects
Afterthoughts
Special Occasions