Adjacency Pairs

 

7. Offer ⇨ Acceptance or Refusal

 

Offer Expression	Acceptance Expression	Refusal Expression
Would you like some coffee?	Yes, please. That would be great!	No, thank you. I’m good for now.
Can I help you with that?	Yes, I’d really appreciate that.	No, thanks. I can manage.
Do you want a ride home?	That would be wonderful, thank you!	Thanks, but I already have a ride.
Shall I bring you something to eat?	That’s very kind of you. Yes, please.	No, thanks. I’m not hungry right now.
May I assist you with your bags?	Yes, that’s very thoughtful of you.	I appreciate it, but I can handle them.
Would you like to join us for lunch?	I’d love to! Thank you for the invite.	Thanks, but I have other plans.
Can I get you anything else?	Yes, some water would be nice.	No, I’m fine. Thanks for asking.
Do you need any help setting up?	That would be great. I could use an extra hand.	No, I’ve got it covered. But thanks for offering!
How about a piece of cake?	Yes, please! That looks delicious.	No, thank you. I’m trying to cut down on sweets.
Would you like me to explain this again?	Yes, that would really help.	No, I think I’ve got it. Thanks!
Can I lend you some money?	That’s very generous. Yes, please.	I appreciate it, but I’ll manage.
Shall I call you a taxi?	Yes, that would be really helpful.	No, I can book one myself. Thanks!
Would you like some more tea?	Yes, I’d love some. Thank you!	No, I’ve had enough. But I appreciate it.
Can I get you a blanket?	That would be great. Thank you!	No, I’m comfortable. But thanks for offering.
Would you like to try this new dish?	Yes, I’m excited to try it!	No, I’ll pass this time. Thanks, though.

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