Gift Presentation and Opening
Guests giving gifts to the birthday person, and the birthday person opening them.
Dialogue
Listen and follow along with the conversation
Vocabulary
Essential words and phrases from the dialogue
scarf
A scarf is a long piece of cloth worn around the neck to keep warm, especially in cold weather. It's a common gift item.
curious
Curious means wanting to know or see something because it interests you. Use it when people are eager to find out about a surprise.
lucky guess
A lucky guess is when you correctly guess something by chance, not because you knew it for sure. It's a humble way to explain good luck.
suppose
Suppose means to think or believe something is probably true. In casual talk, 'I suppose' softens a statement, like 'I think so.'
glad
Glad means happy or pleased about something good happening. Say 'I'm glad' to show positive feelings about a situation.
perfect
Perfect means exactly right or suitable for a purpose. Use it to describe something that fits your needs ideally, like a gift.
very welcome
'You're very welcome' is a polite response to 'thank you,' meaning you're happy to give or help without expecting anything back.
Key Sentences
Important phrases to remember and practice
Happy birthday, Sarah! Here's a little something for you.
This is a warm greeting for someone's birthday, followed by giving a gift. 'A little something' is a casual way to refer to a small present. Use it at parties to start interactions politely.
You shouldn't have.
This polite expression means 'You didn't need to do this for me,' showing appreciation while implying the gift is special or unnecessary. It's useful in social situations to respond humbly to gifts.
Go on, open it! We're all curious.
'Go on' encourages action, like opening a gift, and 'curious' explains why. This sentence builds excitement in groups. Use it to urge someone during fun events; note the exclamation for enthusiasm.
Oh, wow! It's a scarf! And it's exactly the color I wanted!
'Oh, wow' shows surprise and delight. 'Exactly' emphasizes perfect match. This pattern expresses strong positive reaction to a gift. Useful for reacting naturally; the structure uses short exclamations for emotion.
Just a lucky guess, I suppose. I'm glad you like it.
'Just a lucky guess' humbly attributes success to chance, and 'I suppose' adds uncertainty. 'I'm glad' shows relief and happiness. Use this to respond modestly when complimented on knowing someone's preference.
I don't just like it, I love it! It'll be perfect for winter.
This intensifies emotion from 'like' to 'love' for emphasis. 'It'll be' is future 'will be,' predicting usefulness. Great for showing enthusiasm about gifts; the contrast highlights strong feelings.
You're very welcome, Sarah. Enjoy your special day!
'You're very welcome' politely acknowledges thanks. 'Special day' refers to the birthday. Use this to end a gift exchange warmly; it's a common, friendly close in celebrations.