Discussion about Future Lending
During the return, the conversation naturally shifts to the possibility of borrowing or lending similar items in the future, or the lender mentions other things they might need.
Dialogue
Listen and follow along with the conversation
Vocabulary
Essential words and phrases from the dialogue
borrow
To borrow means to take something from someone temporarily with the promise to return it later. It's useful in social situations like asking friends for help.
handy
Handy means useful or convenient, especially for a specific task. Use it to describe tools or items that help in daily activities.
hesitate
To hesitate means to pause or be unwilling before doing something. In offers, 'don't hesitate to ask' encourages someone to request help freely.
advice
Advice is helpful suggestions or information about what to do. It's common to offer advice on purchases like tools to show friendliness.
ladder
A ladder is a portable frame with steps for climbing to reach high places. Useful vocabulary for home improvement talks.
lifesaver
Lifesaver is an informal way to say someone is extremely helpful, like saving you from a problem. Use it to express strong gratitude.
anytime
Anytime means at any time or whenever you want. It's a polite way to say you're always available for help.
Key Sentences
Important phrases to remember and practice
Thanks again for letting me borrow your power drill last weekend, it was super helpful!
This sentence expresses repeated gratitude for borrowing an item and explains why it was useful. Use it when returning something to show appreciation; 'super helpful' is informal emphasis.
No problem at all! Glad it came in handy.
A casual response to thanks, meaning it's not a burden. 'Came in handy' is an idiom for being useful when needed; great for friendly replies.
If you ever need one again before you get your own, don't hesitate to ask.
This offers future help politely. 'Don't hesitate to ask' encourages requests without feeling shy; useful in building neighborly relationships.
Do you happen to have a ladder?
A polite way to ask if someone possesses something. 'Happen to' softens the question, making it less direct; ideal for borrowing requests.
As a matter of fact, I do!
This confirms possession positively. 'As a matter of fact' adds emphasis and surprise; use it to respond affirmatively in conversations.
You're a lifesaver.
An idiomatic expression of deep thanks for big help. It's informal and emotional; say it when someone's assistance solves a major issue.
Anytime! Just text me.
A friendly way to say you're available anytime and specify contact method. Use it to end offers of help warmly.