Learning English Conversations and please practice the dialogues by using useful phrases
below:
Asking about preference Saying what you prefer
Do you prefer “A” or “B”? “A” appeals to me more than “B”. The choice is yours, “A” or “B”. I would prefer … (if possible) We can … or … what do you say? If it’s up to me, I would … Which appeals more, “A” or “B”? If you don’t mind, I would … Which would you prefer, “A” or My choice/ preference would always be “B”? … Would you rather have…? Perhaps it would be better if … Etc. Etc.
Examples of English Conversations:
At the Hotel Receptionist
Receptionist: Good morning. Can I help you?
Customer: I’d like to book a single room. Receptionist: Would you like a room with shower or one with bath? Customer: I’d prefer one with shower. Receptionist: Would you prefer a room with a view or a quiet one? Customer: I’d prefer a quiet room if possible. Receptionist: Of course, you can have one.
At the Travel Agency
Travel Agent: Good morning. Can I help you, Sir?
Bryan: Yes, I’d like to book a round trip ticket Jakarta – Singapore – Jakarta. Travel Agent: Yes, Sir. When are you planning to travel? Bryan: Tomorrow. Travel Agent: How do you want to travel? Bryan: I’d like to have a business class flight. It’s in the name of Mr. Michael. Travel Agent: Do you have any preference for seating? Bryan: I’d prefer an aisle seat at the back of the plane. Travel Agent: We have an afternoon flight leaving at 12.30 pm and a night flight at 8 pm. Which do you prefer? Bryan: My choice would always be the night flight. Travel Agent: That’s fine. We’ll arrange the tickets. Bryan: Thank you very much.
On the Telephone
Receiver: Good afternoon. Bali Beach Hotel.
Caller: Good afternoon. I’d like to book a table for 8 o’clock this evening. Receiver: Yes, sure. For how many people do want to book? Caller: For Four people. Receiver: Do you have any preference in seating? Caller: Yes, I’d prefer a table in a quiet corner in a non-smoking section. Receiver: Yes, of course, Sir. In what name? Caller: The name’s Ronny.