Saturday, March 22, 2025

Adjacency Pairs

 

2.Question ⇨ Answer

 

1.     “Are you coming to the party?” ⇨ “Yes!” / “No, I can’t make it.”

2.     “Did you finish the assignment?” ⇨ “Not yet.” / “Almost!”

3.     “What did you do this weekend?” ⇨ “I went hiking with friends.”

4.     “How was your trip?” ⇨ “Amazing—the food was incredible!”

5.     “Where’s the nearest café?” ⇨ “Turn left at the corner.”

6.     “Who won the game?” ⇨ “The Tigers, 3-2.”

7.     “Could you describe your experience?” ⇨ “I’ve worked in marketing for five years.”

8.     “What’s your availability?” ⇨ “I’m free Mondays and Wednesdays.”

9.     “How can I assist you today?” ⇨ “I’d like to return this item.”

10. “Do you have a warranty?” ⇨ “Yes, it’s valid for one year.”

11. “What’s new with you?” ⇨ “Same old, just work and gym.”

12. “Seen any good movies lately?” ⇨ “Yeah, I watched Inception again!”

13. “Why did you choose that career?” ⇨ “I’ve always loved helping people.”

14. “How did you fix the issue?” ⇨ “I followed the manual step-by-step.”

15. “Did you get my email?” ⇨ “Not yet—checking now!”

16. “Who’s going to the concert?” ⇨ “Me!! “

17. “You mean tomorrow, right?” ⇨ “No, I meant Thursday.”

18. “Wait, did you say 50 or 15?” ⇨ “$50.”

19. “May I ask your age?” (formal) ⇨ “I prefer not to say.”

20. “Could I trouble you for the time?” ⇨ “Certainly, it’s 2:30.”

21. “Are you seeing someone?” ⇨ “Why do you ask?”

22. “Did you like my gift?” ⇨ “It was… unique!”

23. “How old are you?” ⇨ “Old enough to know better!”

24. “What’s your salary?” ⇨ “Enough to buy tacos.”

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