September 01, 2009

Language Functions

Introducing
    * I'm Mary. Gad to meet you.

Greeting
    * For friends  : Hi, how are you today?
    * For lecturer : Morning, Sir.

Welcoming
    * Come in. Have a seat.
    * Enjoy the party.
    * Have a nice party.

Congratulating
    * Hey, that's great!
    * Happy birthday.
    * Merry Christmas ( American Style )
    * Happy Christmas ( British Style )
    * Wonderfull!

Apologizing
    * I'm sorry.
    * I forget.I apologize for coming late

Inviting
    * Would you like to come along?
    * Can you join us for coffee?
    * How about watching television?

Requesting
    * Can I have two coffes, please?

Requesting permission

    * Can I jon?

Suggesting
    * Why don't you take the subway?

Warning
    * Be carefull. That's heavy.

Complaining
    * This isn't really hot enough.
    * What have you done with my book.

Giving an opinion
    *  I think Indonesia is a beautfull city.

Content credit: Ms. Jiah Faujiah
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