Expressions adalah beberapa jenis ungkapan yang lazim dipakai dalam berkomunikasi atau percakapan.
BEBERAPA JENIS EXPRESSIONS:
1. Introduction
(Perkenalan)
I’d like to introduce myself, ______
Let me introduce myself, ______
Allow me to introduce myself, ______
Let me introduce you to ______
This is ______
2. Greeting and Leave –Taking
(Selamat / Bertemu dan Berpisah)
How do you do ?
How are you ?
How are you doing ?
How is life ?
It is nice to meet you
I am very happy to meet you
Hello
Hi
Good morning, afternoon, evening, night
Good bye
See you later
See you soon
Cheerio
3. Gratitude and Appreciation
(Terima Kasih dan Penghargaan)
Thank you
Thank you very much
It is very kind of you
Congratulation
Congratulation on ______
Happy ______
Have a nice ______
Good luck
4. Apology
(Permintaan Maaf)
I am sorry
I don’t mean to ______ Forgive me
I hope you forgive me
5. Ability and Disability
(Mampu dan Tidak Mampu)
Yes, I can
No, I can’t
Yes, I am able to ______
No, I am not able to ______
I think I am able to ______
I think I am unable to ______
I can’t, I’m afraid
6. Certainty and Uncertainty
(Yakin/Pasti dan Tidak Yakin/Tidak Pasti)
I am sure
I am not sure
I am certain
I am not certain
I doubt that
I can’t decide
I don’t know
7. Agreement and Disagreement
(Setuju dan Tidak Setuju)
I agree
I disagree
I absolutely agree
I think so
I don’t think so
You are absolutely right
You are right, but ______
8. Like and Dislike
(Suka dan Tidak Suka)
I like it
I love it
I’m very keen on ______
I don’t like it
I hate it
9. Opinion
(Pendapat)
What do you think of ______
I think ______
Let’s talk about it
I wonder ______
Give me comments or suggestions, please
10. Asking and Offering
(Meminta dan Menawarkan)
Excuse me, May I ______ ?
Do you mind ______
Would you please ______
Would you help me, please ?
What can I do for you, _____?
11. Command and Prohibition
(Perintah dan Larangan)
Pay attention, please!
Listen to me!
Keep the room clean!
Let’s go!
Be on time!
Be a good student!
Don’t move, please!
Don’t go away!
Don’t worry!
Don’t be late!
No talking, please!
No smoking!
No parking in this area!
12. Warning
(Peringatan)
Watch out !
Be aware of ______ !
Be careful !
13. Preference
(Lebih Suka / Pilihan)
I like ______ better than ______
I prefer ______ to ______
I would rather ______ than ______
14. Exclamation
(Kekaguman)
What a wonderful world !
What a beautiful girl !
How beautiful she is !
How big the ship is !
It is great !
Excellent !
15. Sympathy
(Ikut bersimpati)
Take it easy
Don’t worry, everything will be all right
What a pity
I am sorry to hear that
Poor you
LATIHAN SOAL ( ‘EXPRESSIONS’ )
1.Shopkeeper : So, are you going to buy this gas stove?
Customer : Yes, but ______.
Shopkeeper : Please don’t worry about it. I believe that it will satisfy you. It has a three -year guarantee. (UN 2006/P1)
A. I’m certain the quality is good
B. there ‘s no doubt about the quality
C. I’m not sure about the quality
D. I can’t decide if it is good
2. Lia : Oh, my wallet has been stolen.Uti : ______. How did it happen?
Lia : Maybe a pickpocket took it when I was on the bus. (UN 2005/P1)
A. That’s a good idea
B. That would be nice
C. That’s great
D. What a pity
3. Student : It seems to me that you are having trouble taking those books.
Let me help you Sir.
Teacher : Oh, ______ (UN 2005/P1)
A. can you help me?
B. that’s very kind of you
C. it’s none of your business
D. why don’t you bring these books
4. Father : I’ve got a headache. ______
Mother : Certainly. Here it is.
Father : Thanks. (UN 2003/P2)
A. Can you get me an aspirin, please?
B. Will you take me to a doctor, please?
C. Will you help me hold my head?
D. Do you have time to help me?
5. Jane : When will you go back to Indonesia?
Rudi : ______. It depends on my study. (UN 2004/P2)
A. I’m sure
B. I’m not certain
C. I absolutely believe
D. I don’t understand
6. Doni : How did you travel to Surabaya?
Santi : By “Argo Bromo” train. It’s a very good train. It took me just nine hours.
Doni : ______ (UN 2004/P2)
A. What train is it?
B. What a fast train!
C. How fast is the train?
D. How good the train is.
7. Fitha : Excuse me. I don't think ... ... before. My name's Fitha.
Marshall : Nice to meet you. I'm Bev Marshall.
A. I saw you .
B. I need to talk
C. I have met you
D. I should contact you
8. Caller : Hello. ...?
Nita : I'm sorry, he is out. Could you call back at four?
Caller : All right. Thank you.
A. Could you speak to Mr. Aziz, please
B. Can I take a message from you
C. Could I speak to Mr. Aziz, please
D. Would you like to call him again
9. Receptionist : Family Restaurant. Can I help you?
Bunga : Yes, please. ... for next Saturday evening.
Receptionist : I'm afraid we can't. We're fully booked this month.
A. I need to reserve a room
B. I want to book a ticket
C. I'd like to reserve two tables
D. I really need your help
10. Receptionist : Good morning. May I help you?
Risa : Yes. My name is Risa and I have an appointment with Dr. Ibrahim at 10 o'clock.
Secretary : Sorry, ...
A. He is treating a patient at the moment
B. He was talking on the phone
C. He is out of town
D. He was still on the way