The Expressions of Gratitude and Apology
1. The Expressions of Gratitude
Gratitude is quality of feeling of being grateful or thankful.
Here are some expressions of gratitude, as follow.
a. Thanks.
b. Thank you.
c. Thanks a lot.
d. Many thanks.
e. I really appreciate . . .
We use these expressions to respond to gratitude, as follow.
a. Don't mention it.
b. It was my pleasure.
c. You're welcome.
d. No big deal.
e. I'm glad that I can help you.
2. The Expression of apologizing
Apologizing is the expression to express or make an apology, acknowledge failings or faults. We use these expressions to express apology, as follow.
a. I apologize.
b. I'm sorry.
c. . . . is/was my fault.
d. (I'm) sorry if . . .
e. I (really) must apologize.
We use these expressions to respond to apology, as follow.
a. Never mind.
b. It's okay.
c. No problem.
d. Not at all.
e. That's alright.
Pronounce the following dialogue loudly and answer the questions!
1. Ringgo : I lend you a pencil and ruler.
Fajar : Thanks a lot. They're very nice.
Ringgo : You're welcome.
2. Kukuh : Thank you for the colour pencils and drawing book you gave me for the birthday gift. It's just what I wanted.
Heru : I'm glad you like it.
3. Roni : Thanks for taking me home.
Surya : That's OK
4. Guest : It was very kind of you to help me to find my luggage.
Bell boy : It was my pleasure.
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Questions:
1. Who lend Fajar a pencil and a ruler?
2. What is Fajar's reply?
3. Who gives Kukuh the birthday gift?
4. What gift are they?
5. Where does the dialogue between the guest and the bell boy probably take place?