11-15 January 2016: Basic phrases

Personal Information:
What's your name?
My name is...
Where are you from? / Where do you come from?
I'm from ... I come from ...
What's your surname / family name?
What's your address?
Where do you live?
What's your (tele)phone number?
How old are you?
When / Where were you born?
Are you married? / What's your marital status?
What do you do? / What's your job?
Where did you go?
What did you do?
Have you got a car / job / house / etc.?
Have you got any children / friends / books / etc.?
Can you play tennis / golf / football / etc.?

Introducing Yourself / Saying Hello
How do you do?
How do you do. Pleased to meet you.
How are you?
Fine, thanks. And you?

Shopping
How can I help you? / May I help you?
Can I try it on?
How much does it cost? / How much is it?
How would you like to pay?
Can I pay by credit card / check / debit card?
Have you got something bigger / smaller / lighter / etc.?

Asking Something Specific
What's that?
What time is it?
Can / May I open the window?
Is there a bank / supermarket / pharmacy / etc. near here?
Where is the nearest bank / supermarket / pharmacy / etc.?
Is there any water / sugar / rice / etc.?
Are there any apples / sandwiches / books / etc.?

Questions with 'Like'
What do you like?
I like playing tennis, reading and listening to music.
What does he look like?
He's tall and slim.
What would you like?
I'd like a steak and chips.
What is it like?
It's an interesting country.
What's the weather like?
It's raining at the moment.
Would you like some coffee / tea / food?
Yes, thank you. I'd like some coffee.
Would you like something to drink / eat?
Thank you. Could I have a cup of tea?

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