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Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson29: Functions of office equipment

2021年7月21日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　project 事業（計画）、プロジェクト
	This new projector can project high-quality images.
2.　contrast 対比、明暗差、コントラスト
	The image you printed has excellent contrast.
3.　compact コンパクトな
	The projector is convenient to use because it’s compact and lightweight.
4.　generate 生む、発生させる、作り出す
	Her Polaroid camera can generate pictures quickly.
5.　high-resolution 高解像度
	We need a high-resolution photo for our advertisement.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	Does your company projector project images well?
2.	What is the advantage of having images with high contrast?
3.	What compact equipment do you have at work?
4.	Can your company printer generate high-quality images?
5.	How can you determine that an image is high-resolution?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Good morning, Emma. Our new projector arrived today.

That’s nice! Could you tell me more about it?

This new DLP projector is designed to project images with higher contrast and reduced pixelation.

It does sound wonderful! We’ll be able to see the images more clearly.

That’s true, and what’s good about this is that it’s compact. It’ll be easier for us to bring it to different rooms.

Now that’s just what we need. It’s convenient to use.

I agree, but keep in mind that employees can use this for work-related tasks only.

I will definitely relay that to my team. Thanks!

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.

PART C_2

Good morning, Emma. Our new projector arrived today.

That’s nice! Could you tell me more about it?

This new DLP projector ______________ project images with higher contrast and reduced pixelation.

It does sound wonderful! We’ll be able to see the images more clearly.

That’s true, and ______________ is that it’s compact. It’ll be easier for us to bring it between different rooms.

Now that’s just what we need. It’s convenient to use.

I agree, but keep in mind that employees can use this for ______________ only.

I will definitely relay that to my team. Thanks!

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Hi, have you seen our new laser printer?

Not yet. Could you tell me more about it?

Sure. This laser printer ______________ generate high-resolution images. It produces smaller dots when printing.

That’s awesome! That means the images will be less pixelated.

Yes, that’s right. What’s ______________ that it prints quickly unlike our old printer.

That’s handy, especially when we have to print many images.

Definitely. But employees ______________ for work-related purposes only.

Of course. We shouldn’t use it for personal means.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

Your company recently purchased a new digital photocopy machine. Introduce the features of the equipment to your tutor, who will pretend to be your colleague.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson45: Answering a call from an employee on sick leave

2021年7月21日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　flu インフルエンザ
	Many people catch the flu during springtime.
2.　medicine 薬
	I keep medicine in my bag for migraines.
3.　adjust 調整する、整える
	We need to adjust our schedule for February.
4.　deadline 締め切り
	You must meet the deadline.
5.　due （支払い、提出）期日の来た
	That project is due on Wednesday.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	Have you ever been absent from work because of the flu?
2.	Does your office keep medical supplies and medicines in case of emergency?
3.	When was the last time you had to suddenly adjust your plans at work?
4.	How do you handle deadlines at work?
5.	Do you have a meeting due to be held next week?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Hello. Good morning.

Good morning, Mr. Ron. I am calling in sick today.

What happened to you?

I’m down with the flu.

I see. Have you already taken your medicine?

Yes, I have. I think I would be better by tomorrow.

Okay, I understand. Please take a rest.

I also sent a message to my co-workers. I asked them to reschedule my meeting today.

Good. Shall I adjust your deadlines?

Yes, sir, please adjust the deadline of my tasks which are due tomorrow.

Okay.

Thank you very much.

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.

PART C_2

Hello. Good morning.

Good morning, Mr. Ron. I am calling in sick today.

What happened to you?

I’m down with the ______ .

I see. Have you already taken ________ ?

Yes, I have. I think I would be better by tomorrow.

Okay, I understand. Please take a rest.

I also sent a message to my co-workers. I asked them to reschedule my meeting.

Good. Shall I adjust your _________ ?

Yes, sir, please adjust the deadline of my tasks which are due tomorrow.

Okay.

Thank you very much.

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Hello. Good morning.

Good morning, Mr. Ron. I’m afraid I can’t go to work today.

Are you alright? What happened?

I’m down with the flu.

I see. Please take your medicine. Will you be able to go to work tomorrow?

Yes, sir, I think so.

Okay, that’s good.

I also sent a message to my co-workers. I asked them to reschedule my presentation.

Shall I ________ your deadlines ?

Yes, sir, please adjust the deadline of my tasks which are _________.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

You are on the phone with your boss. Call in sick and ask if he/she can adjust your deadlines. Your tutor will act as the boss.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson49: Introducing a company

2021年7月21日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　headquarters 本部、本社
	Dynamic Company’s headquarters is located in Las Vegas, Nevada.
2.　specialize 専門に扱う
	The energy corporation specializes in pipeline projects.
3.　high-end ハイエンド
	The luxurious clothing brand will offer a year-end sale for its high-end pieces.
4.　estimate 見積もり、概算
	I could only give you a rough estimate of the project cost.
5.　interior design 室内装飾、インテリアデザイン
	Our office’s interior design is well-thought-out.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	Where is the headquarters of your current company/business?
2.	In what field/product does your company/business specialize?
3.	Is buying high-end gadgets worth the money? Why or why not?
4.	Is giving estimates to clients acceptable before discussing exact amounts right away?
5.	What is the difference between interior design and architecture?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

So, Emma, how long has your company been in business?

Initech Corporation has been in business for over ten years.

I see. Where is your headquarters?

Our headquarters is located in Nagoya.

Oh, really? What does your company offer?

We specialize in high-end computers and computer parts.

That’s great! Our company is currently looking into buying more computer units.

That would be great! Could you advise me as soon as possible if you would want to have a deal with us?

Certainly! You could send me an estimate or quotation via email. I’ll forward it to our assets manager.

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.

PART C_2

So, Emma, how long has your company been in business?

Initech Corporation _________________ for over ten years.

I see. Where is your headquarters?

Our ______________________ in Nagoya.

Oh, really? What does your company offer?

We _______________ high-end computers and computer parts.

That’s great! Our company is currently looking into buying more computer units.

That would be great! Could you advise me as soon as possible if you would want to have a deal with us?

Certainly! You could send me an estimate or quotation via email. I’ll forward it to our assets manager.

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

How long has your company been in business, Emma?

DMCC Homes _________________ for over 20 years.

I see. Where is your main office located?

Our ______________________ in Makati, Philippines.

Oh, really? What does your company offer?

We _______________ architecture, interior design, and construction.

That’s nice! Our company is currently looking for a contractor for our new branch.

That would be great! Could you advise me as soon as possible when you are available for a lunch meeting?

Certainly! You could send me an estimate or quotation via email in advance. I’ll forward it to our building coordinator.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

You met a former colleague during lunchtime. He/She asked you about the current company you are working for. Your tutor will play the role of the former colleague.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson48: Starting an event

2021年7月21日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　welcome ようこそ
	Everyone, please welcome our guest for this evening, Mr. Evans.
2.　on behalf of …に代わって、…の代理として
	On behalf of the whole department, I apologize for the trouble this may have caused.
3.　victory party 祝勝パーティー
	Our victory party for winning the competition will be rescheduled.
4.　guest ゲスト
	Please confirm the availability of our guests for tomorrow’s event.
5.　privilege 特権、栄誉
	I had the privilege of representing the company during the recent summit.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	How do you welcome new employees at your job?
2.	When your manager/team leader is not around, do you take initiative in leading your team on behalf of him/her?
3.	When was the last time your company held a victory party?
4.	Does your company usually invite guests during events?
5.	What are some privileges of being a freelance worker?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Good evening, everyone. Let’s welcome our Vice President, Mr. Stevens.

Thank you, Emma. Good evening. Is everybody having a great time tonight?

Yes!

That’s good to hear. On behalf of our CEO, James Pitt, I’d like to thank everyone for coming to our victory party.

Thank you as well, sir.

Allow me to welcome our guests from Wild Thunder Corp., Mr. John Swift, Ms. Cassey Mayers, and Mr. David Peterson.

Welcome!

It is my privilege to announce that we won the bid for the QAT project.

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.

PART C_2

Good evening, everyone. Let’s welcome our vice president, Mr. Stevens.

Thank you, Emma. Good evening. Is everybody having a great time tonight?

Yes!

That’s good to hear. On _______________ our CEO, James Pitt, I’d like to thank everyone for coming to our victory party.

Thank you as well, sir.

Allow _____________________ our guests from Wild Thunder Corp., Mr. John Swift, Ms. Cassey Mayers, and Mr. David Peterson.

Welcome!

It is ________________ to announce that we won the bid for the QAT project.

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Good evening, everyone. Let’s welcome our operations manager, Mr. Stevens.

Thank you, Ms. Stone. Good evening. Is everyone having a great time this evening?

Yes, sir!

That’s good to hear. On _______________ our president, Peter Mars, I’d like to thank everyone for coming to our victory party.

It’s our pleasure, sir.

Allow _____________________ our guests from Blue Bolt Corp., Mr. John Swift, Ms. Cassey Mayers, and Mr. David Peterson.

Welcome!

It is ________________ to announce that we won the bid for the SAD project.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

It is your company’s victory party for winning a project bidding. The host asked you to give some opening remarks on behalf of your CEO. Your tutor will play the host’s role.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson35: Introduction for a presentation

2021年7月21日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　screen スクリーン
	My computer screen suddenly went black.
2.　introduce 紹介
	Please introduce yourselves to each other.
3.　details 詳細、細部
	I’ll wait for your email regarding the details of the product.
4.　encourage 奨励する
	I would like to encourage everyone to please like and share our entry for the contest.
5.　approximately およそ
	The conference lasted for approximately three hours.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	How do you like your icons/folders/files on your computer screen: scattered or organized?
2.	What is the best way to introduce a new product brand to the public?
3.	How would you approach a colleague if you did not understand some details at work?
4.	How do you encourage yourself during tough times at work?
5.	How many minutes/hours approximately do your work meetings usually last?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Hi, Emma. Is your presentation ready?

Yes, Ron.

Okay, please begin with your presentation.

Thank you, Ron. Good morning everyone. My name’s Emma Stone. Could you see my screen now?

Yes. Good morning, Emma.

Today, we are here to learn more about our new product.

Tell us more about it.

I’ll begin by introducing the product, and then go on with sharing the marketing details, and end with encouraging everyone to promote it.

Looking forward to it. How many hours do you need for this one?

My presentation will last for approximately an hour.

I see. Okay. Let’s hear it.

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.

PART C_2

Hi, Emma. Is your presentation ready?

Yes, Ron.

Okay, please begin with your presentation.

Thank you, Ron. Good morning everyone. My name’s Emma Stone. Could you see my screen now?

Yes. Good morning, Emma.

Today, we are here to ________________ our new product.

Tell us more about it.

I’ll begin by introducing the product, and then go on with sharing the ____________ details, and end with encouraging everyone to promote it.

Looking forward to it. How many hours do you need for this one?

My presentation _______________________ an hour.

I see. Okay. Let’s hear it.

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Hi, Emma. Are you ready with your presentation for today?

Yes, I am.

Okay, you may now begin.

Thank you. Good afternoon everyone. Could you see my screen now?

Yes. Good morning.

Today, we are here to ________________ our new smartphone model.

Tell us more about it.

I’ll begin by introducing the product, and then go on with sharing the ____________ details, and end with encouraging everyone to promote it through their social media.

Looking forward to it. How many hours do you need for this one?

My presentation _______________________ an hour.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

You are tasked to present your company’s new product (a new laptop model). Begin your presentation with a brief introduction. Your tutor will play the role of your manager.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson34: Understanding an announcement

2021年7月21日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　announcement 発表
	The CEO scheduled an assembly for his exciting announcement.
2.　release 公開する、発売する
	The clothing line’s collaboration with the famous actor was released last year.
3.　smartphone スマートフォン
	My dad got me the latest smartphone for my 18th birthday.
4.　initiative 新たな取り組み
	The initiative aims to improve work productivity.
5.　cater to 〔要求など〕に応じる
	The new software will cater to the needs of students’ homeschooling.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	How do you receive work announcements?
2.	If you were to release your own product/invention, what would it be?
3.	What type of smartphone would you like to have?
4.	What kind of initiatives do you usually do at your job?
5.	What is the application/software that best caters to the needs of students nowadays?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Good morning, Emma. I believe you prepared an announcement for us?

Yes. Good morning. I’m pleased to announce that we are planning to release a new smartphone model.

Wow. That’s an exciting news.

I know, and this initiative will cater to the needs of our consumers.

Sounds great. When’s the target launch date?

We are launching this product next quarter.

We’re looking forward to it, Emma. Please send us the complete details of the initiative.

Certainly.

Thank you.

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.

PART C_2

Good morning, Emma. I believe you prepared an announcement for us?

Yes. Good morning. I’m pleased to announce that we are _______________ a new smartphone model.

Wow. That’s an exciting news.

I know, and this initiative _______________ the needs of our consumers.

Sounds great. When’s the target launch date?

We are launching this product ______________.

We’re looking forward to it, Emma. Please send us the complete details of the initiative.

Certainly.

Thank you.

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Good morning. I believe you prepared an announcement for us?

Yes. Good morning. I’m pleased to announce that we are _______________ a new computer model.

Wow. That’s an exciting news.

Yes, and this initiative _______________ the needs of the students homeschooling.

Sounds great. When’s the target launch date?

We are launching this product ______________.

We’re looking forward to it. Please send us the complete details of the initiative.

Certainly.

Thank you.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

Your CEO asked you to announce the company’s new project. The initiative is about the new computer model that will be released next quarter. Your tutor will play the role of the CEO.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson46: Comparing the products

2021年7月20日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　capacity 容量
	The elevator reached its maximum capacity so I had to take the stairs.
2.　demand 需要
	There has been a great demand for hand sanitizers these days.
3.　praise 褒める
	My professor was praising me for my report on English authors.
4.　control 操作する、制御する
	I don’t know how to operate the control panel of the copy machine.
5.　unique ユニークな、普通とは異なる特色がある
	Omamori is a unique object that you can only find in Japan.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	Does your company’s meeting room have a large seating capacity?
2.	Is your job currently in high demand?
3.	Why is praising employees important?
4.	What are some machines/devices in your office that can be operated by remote control?
5.	What is the most unique thing about your job?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Please look at the slide. Product A is doing well in the market. Can anyone tell me why?

I think product A has a strong social media presence.

That’s one point, yes. Compared to our product, it’s definitely more popular online.

Our coffee maker has a 52 oz water capacity while product A has only 48 oz capacity.

Product B has the largest capacity with 75 oz but product A is in great demand.

All products including ours have the same kind of filter.

I’ve read online reviews of product A and everyone is praising its temperature control.

Ah, that’s it, then. Their unique selling point. The one that we lack.

Exactly. We need to work on ours.

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.

PART C_2

Please look at the slide. Product A is doing well in the market. Can anyone tell me why?

I think product A has a strong social media presence.

That’s one point, yes. Compared to our product, it’s definitely more popular online.

Our coffee maker has a 52 oz ________ while product A has only 48 oz capacity.

Product B has the largest capacity with 75 oz but product A is _________.

All products including ours have the same kind of filter.

I’ve read online reviews of product A and everyone is ________ its temperature control.

Ah, that’s it, then. Their unique selling point. The one that we lack.

Exactly. We need to work on ours.

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Please look at the slide. Product A is doing well in the market. Can anyone tell me why?

Well, product A is a bit cheaper.

That’s one point, yes. Customers go for more affordable coffee makers.

Our coffee maker has a 52 oz water capacity while product A has only 48 oz capacity.

Product B is also cheap and has the largest capacity but product A is in great demand.

All products including ours have the same kind of filter. I think it’s not just product A’s price.

I’ve read online reviews of product A and everyone is praising its temperature ________.

Ah, that’s it, then. Their _______ selling point. The one that we lack.

Exactly. We need to work on ours.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

You are in a meeting with your co-worker. Compare your brand’s refrigerator (Product A) with a competitor’s refrigerator (product B). Answer the following questions:
1. Which has a larger capacity?
2. Which is more expensive?
3. Do they have the same color?
Your tutor will act as your co-worker.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson47: Giving opinion to a new idea

2021年7月20日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　resource 資源、リソース
	As citizens, we need to save our city’s resources.
2.　strategy 戦略
	The basketball players listened intently to their coach’s strategy.
3.　simply 単に
	Failure is simply the chance to start again.
4.　contest コンテスト
	Everyone congratulated him for winning the spelling bee contest.
5.　brilliant 素晴らしい、見事な
	My sister is a brilliant student and athlete.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	Do you believe that employees are a company’s most important resource?
2.	At work, do you find strategy planning exciting or boring?
3.	When was the last time you were simply proud of yourself for finishing a task?
4.	Does your company hold contests during special occasions?
5.	How can a person become a brilliant employee?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Okay. So we’re releasing our second batch of kitchen tools next month. Let’s brainstorm on marketing ideas.

We can hold an online workshop.

Like a virtual cooking class? Yeah, we could simply make use of our resources.

That’s exactly what I was thinking.

It’s a low-cost strategy that could highlight our products well.

You’re right.

However, there are already a lot of cooking videos on social media.

I agree. We’ll just have to reinvent our workshops.

Well, we can also hold a contest during the live cooking class!

That’s brilliant!

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.

PART C_2

Okay. So we’re releasing our second batch of kitchen tools next month. Let’s brainstorm on marketing ideas.

We can hold an online workshop.

Like a virtual cooking class? Yeah, we could ____________ of our resources.

That’s exactly what I was thinking.

It’s a low-cost ________ that could highlight our products well.

You’re right.

However, there are already a lot of cooking videos on social media.

I agree. We’ll just have to reinvent our workshops.

Well, we can also hold a ________ during the live cooking class!

That’s brilliant!

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Okay. So we’re releasing our second batch of beauty products next month. Let’s brainstorm on marketing ideas.

We can hold an online workshop.

Like a virtual makeup class? Yeah, we could simply make use of _________.

That’s exactly what I was thinking.

It’s a low-cost strategy that could highlight our products well.

You’re right.

However, there are already a lot of makeup videos on social media.

I agree. We’ll just have to reinvent our workshops.

Well, we can also hold a contest during the live makeup class!

That’s _________ !

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

Your boss asked everyone to brainstorm names for the company’s latest car model. Your co-worker pitched the name ‘Axel 3000’. Share your opinion on the name. Your tutor will act as your co-worker.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson36: Giving opinion to a presentation (1)

2021年7月16日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　presentation プレゼンテーション
	Mr. Cruz will present something in the meeting.
2.　convincing 説得力
	She sounded very convincing to me.
3.　aspect 側面
	She felt she had looked at the problem from every aspect.
4.　calculate 計算
	He must calculate the probability of failure.
5.　audience 聴衆
	She reworked her speech for a younger audience.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	What was the last presentation you made about?
2.	What company has a convincing TV advertisement in your country?
3.	What aspect of your job do you like the most?
4.	Do you calculate your work expenses for a week?
5.	How do you know when your audience likes your presentation?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

So, Emma, what are your thoughts on Stephen’s presentation?

Overall, I believe his presentation was convincing.

I also agree with that. So, which aspect of his presentation is your favorite?

I particularly enjoyed how he incorporated sounds in his presentation.
However, it could have been improved by using clearer images of the buildings. What do you think so?

I’m inclined to agree. He should have calculated the number of his audience.

That’s true. I heard the pictures in the presentation were not seen
by the people at the back.

I believe we can talk to him about it.

I think he has some tasks to finish today.

Yes, let’s just meet him when he’s not busy anymore.

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.

PART C_2

So, Emma, what are your thoughts on Stephen’s presentation?

__________, I believe his presentation was convincing.

I also agree with that. So, which aspect of his presentation is your favorite?

I particularly enjoyed how he incorporated sounds in his presentation.
However, ___________ by using clearer images of the buildings.
What do you think so?

I’m inclined to agree. He should have calculated the number of his audience.

That’s true. I heard the pictures in the presentation were not seen
by the people at the back.

I believe we can talk to him about it.

I think he has some tasks to finish today.

Yes, let’s just meet him when he’s not busy anymore.

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

What do you think of Gary’s presentation, Emma?

__________, I believe his presentation was direct and appealing.

I get what you’re saying. So, what’s your favorite part of his presentation?

I particularly enjoyed how he interacted with his audience. However, it could have __________ using figures more often. right?

You have a point there. It could have been more convincing with actual figures.

Don’t worry, I’ll talk to him about it.

Thanks. And, don’t forget to congratulate for a job well done.

I will relay the message to him!

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

Talk to your colleague about the last presentation you have seen at work. Give your opinions about it. Your tutor will be your colleague.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson28: Office equipment problem

2021年7月16日 weblio PH

PART A_1

Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.

PART A_2

1.　assistance 手伝い、助力、援助
	Can I be of any assistance to you?
2.　seem （～に）見える、～と思われる
	These ideas seem a bit outdated.
3.　photocopy machine コピー機
	This photocopy machine is not working properly. Could you check out the problem?
4.　operate 操作する
	This machine is too difficult to operate.
5.　trouble トラブル
	She is having trouble with her tasks.

PART A_3

I will ask the questions. Please answer them in complete sentences.

PART A_4

1.	When do you require assistance at work?
2.	Do you think that working from home seems inconvenient?
3.	Do you have a photocopy machine at work?
4.	Do you know how to operate a fax machine?
5.	Have you ever encountered any trouble at work?

PART B_1

Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.

PART B_2

Hello, Emma. Do you have a few moments to spare? I need assistance.

Sure. What can I do to assist you?

There seems to be a problem with this photocopy machine. This morning, it was operating perfectly. But now, I’m having trouble using it because the paper is jammed.

Have you tried restarting it?

Yes, I have. I tried to restart it a while ago, but it did not work. Working is difficult as a result of this.

Let me check it first.

Thank you so much!

I think the paper tray is overloaded. The paper in the tray is too thick. Let me fix it.

Oh, it’s working now! Thank you!

Glad to help!

PART C_1

Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentences you just read.

PART C_2

Hello, Emma. Do you have a few moments to spare? I need assistance.

Sure. What can I do to assist you?

__________ to be a problem with this photocopy machine. This morning, it was operating perfectly. But now, I’m __________ using it because the paper is jammed.

Have you tried restarting it?

Yes, I have. I tried to __________ a while ago, but it did not work. Working is difficult as a result of this.

Let me check it first.

Thank you so much!

I think the paper tray is overloaded. The paper in the tray is too thick. Let me fix it.

Oh, it’s working now! Thank you!

Glad to help!

PART D_1

Let’s read the new dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.

PART D_2

Hello, Emma. Aren’t you busy?

No, I am not. How can I help?

__________ with my headset. __________ using it because it is making a static noise.

I think the buzzing noise might be caused by dirt or debris in audio ports and on the audio jack. Let me figure it out.

Thanks! I __________ wipe the audio ports a while ago, but it did not work.

I believe you need a new replacement.

Oh, I believe so.

Don’t worry, let me just make a report about it and I’ll get the new headset for you.

PART E_1

Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.

PART E_2

Your computer is lagging. Ask help from your colleague for him to offer solutions. Tell him/her that you have already restarted it, but it still does not work. Your tutor will be your colleague.

PART E_3

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.

ではこのレッスンで学んだことを振り返りましょう。

(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)

	Grammar 文法	Pronunciation 発音	Vocabulary 単語	Comprehension 理解
GOOD	文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる	ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる	習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる
FAIR	文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる	発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある	たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる	文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある
POOR	文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる	発音の練習が必要である	習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる	文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい

TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair:	Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor:	Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good:	Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair:	Mispronounced a few words.
Poor:	Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair:	Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor:	Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good:	Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair:	Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor:	Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

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Lesson45: Answering a call from an employee on sick leave

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Lesson49: Introducing a company

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson48: Starting an event

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson35: Introduction for a presentation

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson34: Understanding an announcement

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson46: Comparing the products

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson47: Giving opinion to a new idea

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson36: Giving opinion to a presentation (1)

Business (Intermediate Chapter 1)｜ビジネス会話（中級１章）
Lesson28: Office equipment problem

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