Apartment Viewing
A person is visiting a potential apartment or house with the landlord or agent, asking questions about the property's condition, utilities, and neighborhood.
Dialogue
Listen and follow along with the conversation
Vocabulary
Essential words and phrases from the dialogue
spacious
Means having a lot of space inside, like a roomy apartment. Use it when describing living spaces you like, e.g., 'This room is spacious.'
utilities
Refers to services like water, electricity, and gas in a home. In renting, ask about utilities to know what costs extra.
rent
The money paid to live in a place you don't own. It's common to discuss what the rent includes or excludes.
neighborhood
The area around your home, including nearby shops and people. Ask about it to check if it's safe and convenient.
quiet
Means not noisy, peaceful. People often want a quiet neighborhood for better living, especially at night.
grocery store
A shop where you buy food and household items. Distance to it is important for daily convenience.
pets
Animals kept as companions, like cats or dogs. In renting, check if pets are allowed to avoid problems.
lease agreement
A legal contract for renting a place, outlining rules and fees. It's important to read it carefully before signing.
Key Sentences
Important phrases to remember and practice
What are your initial thoughts?
This is a polite way to ask for someone's first opinion. Use it in viewings or meetings to start a conversation. 'Initial' means first or early.
Can you tell me a bit about the utilities? What's typically included in the rent?
This asks for details on services and costs. 'Typically' means usually; it's useful for clarifying expenses. Use questions like this when negotiating rent.
The rent includes water, trash, and basic internet.
This lists what's covered in the payment. 'Includes' shows inclusion; practice listing items with 'and' for smooth speech in explanations.
What about the neighborhood? Is it generally quiet?
This inquires about the area. 'What about' introduces a new topic; 'generally' means usually. Great for asking about living conditions.
Are pets allowed?
A direct yes/no question about rules. Use simple questions like this for quick clarifications. 'Allowed' means permitted.
I'll definitely consider this one.
This expresses interest without committing. 'Definitely' means certainly; use it to show positive feelings politely when deciding on options.