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English Conversation Talking with a Colleague - Beginner

Practise a full beginner English conversation talking with a colleague. Read a natural dialogue, learn useful expressions and practise speaking aloud.

WorkplaceFull dialogueAbout 197 words

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You

Could you help me understand this report format when you have ten minutes?

Colleague

Yes, of course. Give me the update and we can check the next step.

You

I have completed the data section, but I am unsure how the summary is normally written.

Colleague

That sounds clear. Let us make sure the responsibility and timing are understood.

You

Great. I just want to make sure I have understood everything correctly before we continue.

Colleague

No problem. It is always better to confirm the details than to guess.

You

If you show me one previous example, I should be able to finish it myself.

Colleague

Yes, that is the right interpretation.

You

Okay, I understand. Let me repeat the main point in my own words so I remember it.

Colleague

Perfect. Go ahead. If anything is missing, I will correct it.

You

Thanks. I will send you my draft before four so we can check it before the deadline.

Colleague

Perfect. Send the update when it is ready and let me know early if anything changes.

You

Thank you. That makes the situation much easier for me.

Colleague

You are welcome. I am glad we could sort it out clearly.

Useful Expressions

  • Do you have a minute?
  • Could you explain the priority?
  • Is that correct?
  • I’ll update you.

Speak it aloud

Read the conversation once. Then choose one role and speak only that role aloud. On the second round, close the page after each line and try to respond naturally in your own words.

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Practice Challenge

Keep the same situation but change two details. For example, change the time, place, problem, preference or reason. Try to continue the conversation for one extra minute without reading.