1.Today’s lesson is the text book, 'Touchstone3’ unit8, 'What if’,’Any regrets ’
Tips
(1) laid-back…easy-going のんびり
(2) slow down and take each day as it comes…take it easy and live a slow-life.
(3) I`d try to make a difference in people`s lives….I`d try to have a positive influence upon people`s life.
2.Here is a talk from Radio Eikaiwa..
Topic is instruction.
Dr. Stein and Jeannie are talking about onsen.
a Dr.Stein, I`m so ecited about our trip to Japan next week.
b So, you and Frankie are going there again?
a Yes, and I`m looking forward to the onsen there.
b Onsen? Oh, You mean hot springs. Well, bear in mind that you are androids.
a We can`t go in onsen?
b You can, but be aware that the acids in the water might be harmful.
a What should we then?
b I`ll make a special bathing suit for you two.
Key sentence bear in mind that you are androids.
This sentence is Instruction with bearing in mind.
Keep in mindthat there`s no free Wi-Fi.
Remember that this is juat practice.
Be aware that your performances areevaluated.
Notes that attendance is a factor in your final grade.
Let`s hold the conference near to the station.
Bear in mind that not everyone has a car.
Remember that we have only 30minutes for lunch. Don`t order risotto.
Note that tickets are soldfirst-come, first-served. Be sure to get in line early.
Renge and his tutor,Aoi are talking.
a OK, I think I`m ready for tomorrow`s test.
I will do fine.
b Don`t be overconfident, Renge. You may be ready for the history test, but math is your weakest subject.
a I know, I hate math.
b Remember to keep practicing these math problems tonight.
a OK, I will.
b And don`t forget to bring a couple of pencils in case one breaks.
a Got it. Anything else?
b It is important to eat a breakfast. Do not skip breakfast.
a All right.
KEY sentence remember to keep practicing these math problems tonight.
This sentence is instruction to make sure to do it.
Don`t forget to turn off the lights.
Don`t forget to bring your ID.
Make sure to call me later.
Make sure that you water the plants.
It`s important to get a good night`s sleep.
It`s important to drink enough water.
Don`t skip stretching before your workout.
Remember to lock up your bicycle. Thsere have been a lot of thefts recently.
Onions burn very easily.Make sure to stir them frequently.
It`s important that you make a good impression.
Be on your best behavior, OK?
Azusa and Nolan are talking.
a Hey, Azusa, do you want to go to that Spanish restaurant today for lunch?
b Um, no. And I don`t think you should ask me anymore.
a Why not?
b people here think we are dating. We shouldn`t give them that impression.
a Azusa, I`m not asking you on a date. It`s just lunch.
b I know that, Nolan. But it doesn`t look good.
a All right, fine.
b Why don`t you ask Takuma?
a I would, but he doesn`t like Spanish food.
Key sentence I don`t think you should ask me anymore.
This sentence is expression with basic warning.
You shouldn`t ask personal question.
You shouldn`t interrupt people.
You shouldn`t come here uninvited .
Don`t let your guard down.
You mustn`t let your guard down.
You had better not let your guard down.
Be careful not to leave anything behind.
Try not to leave anything behind.
Remember not to leave anything behind.
It`s better not to worry about that.
It`s bettef nof to worfy about that
Things to avojd being late forgetting your lunch.
I don`t thinkyou should use the company credit card. This is clearly a personal purchase.
You hadbetter not post anything offensive online.
Be careful not to call Dave. He strongly prefers to be called David.
Hiroki and Barbara are talking.
a Thanks for coming here, Hiroki.
b I know you are a real estate agent.
a That`s my job. So what can I do for you?
b I need some advice about my condminium.
a Is anything wrong with it?
b No, nothing. It`s just too large for me.
a Right, you were going to live there with your old girlfriend, yeah.
b Yes, but I`m thinking about moving.
a If I were you, I wouldn`t move now. You might want to give it some more thought.
b Hmmm.
Key sentence you might want to give it some more thought.
This sentence is other warning expression.
You may want to hurrh up.
You may want to reconsider.
You may want to take the time really to think about it.
If I were you, I wouldn`t worry much about it.
If I were you, I wouldn`t give up.
If I were you, I wouldn`t let this chance slip past.
Don`t even try to fix this by yourself.
Don`t even think of lying to me.
Head up. Careful. Look out. Watch out.
Whoa whoa whoa.
Hey hey hey.
What is keeping you?
What is taking you so long?
What is the holdhp?
What is the hurry?
What is the rush?
You might want to wait before buying a computer.
If I were you, I wouldn`t take it personally.
What is keeping you? We need to get going.
