Greetings & Small Talk

  • Manager: “Good morning, everyone. How are you today?“

  • Team: “We’re fine, thank you.“

  • Manager: “Great!“

Starting the meeting

  • Manager: “We’re having our weekly meeting.“

  • Manager: “Please sit down and let’s start.“

Talking about work

  • Manager: “Can you tell us about your project? How is it going?“

  • Maria: “I’m working on the new website.”

  • Maria: “It’s going well.“

  • Maria: “I’m planning to finish it by Friday.”

  • Tom: “I’m calling customers and answering their emails.”

  • Tom: “I also need to prepare a report.”

Positive feedback

  • Manager: “That’s very good!“

  • Manager: “I’m happy to hear that.“

  • Manager: “Excellent work.“

Asking questions

  • Manager: “Does anyone have any questions?“

  • Maria: “Yes, I have a question.“

  • Maria: “When is our next meeting?”

Giving information

  • Maria: “Yes, of course.“

  • Manager: “Our next meeting is next Monday at the same time – 9 o’clock in the morning.“

Ending the meeting

  • Manager: “Have a good day, everyone!“

  • Team: “Thank you. See you next week. Goodbye!“

 
 

Useful Phrases to Practice:

  • “Good morning” (say it friendly and clear)

  • “How are you today?” (voice goes UP at end)

  • “I’m happy to hear that” (stress HAPP- and HEAR)

  • “Does anyone have any questions?” (voice goes UP)

  • “You’re welcome” (relaxed, friendly)

  • “Have a good day!” (friendly ending)

  • “See you next week” (casual goodbye)

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