Asking for Correction Fluid/Tape
You've made a small mistake on a document and need to borrow correction fluid or tape from a colleague to fix it.
Dialogue
Listen and follow along with the conversation
Vocabulary
Essential words and phrases from the dialogue
correction fluid
A white liquid used to cover up small mistakes on printed or written paper, like in offices.
correction tape
A thin tape that sticks over errors on documents to hide them quickly, often used instead of liquid.
borrow
To take something from someone temporarily with the promise to give it back later, common in office sharing.
typo
Short for 'typographical error,' meaning a small mistake made while typing, like a wrong letter.
re-print
To print a document or page again, often because of errors, but it can waste time and paper.
lifesaver
An informal expression for someone who provides crucial help in a difficult situation, showing gratitude.
return
To give something back to its owner after using it, important in polite borrowing situations.
Key Sentences
Important phrases to remember and practice
Hey Emily, do you happen to have any correction fluid or tape I could borrow?
This is a polite way to ask for something you need. 'Do you happen to have' softens the request, making it less direct. Use it when borrowing office items from colleagues.
Oh, sure, John. Why? Did you make a mistake on something?
A friendly response to a request, showing willingness to help and curiosity. 'Oh, sure' means 'yes, of course.' It's useful for natural office conversations.
Yeah, just a tiny typo on this report. Easier to correct it quickly than re-print the whole page.
Explains a small problem and why fixing it is better. 'Yeah, just' is casual agreement. This shows practical reasoning in work situations, using comparative 'easier than' for choices.
Totally get it. I think I have some correction tape in my drawer. Hold on a sec.
'Totally get it' means 'I completely understand.' 'Hold on a sec' is short for 'wait a second,' informal for brief pauses. Good for empathetic and helpful responses.
Thanks a lot, Emily! You're a lifesaver.
Strong way to express thanks. 'Thanks a lot' emphasizes gratitude, and 'You're a lifesaver' is idiomatic for big help. Use after receiving assistance in daily scenarios.
Here you go. Just remember to return it when you're done!
'Here you go' hands over an item casually. 'Just remember to' politely reminds of an action. This teaches courteous borrowing etiquette with future tense 'when you're done.'
Will do. Thanks again!
'Will do' means 'I will do it,' a quick agreement. 'Thanks again' repeats gratitude. Short and useful for ending polite exchanges positively.