For example if i’m designing a parking space, I want to find the most appropriate design that will let the maximum number of cars park with minimum space lost, so I need a design that will help me make best use of the space. I’m pretty sure that is another word that better describes these expressions «make best use of» or «have the least amount of lost space»…
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It sounds as if you’re trying for the most efficient usage of space. Efficient means maximum productivity or outcome with minimum waste.
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Dialogue
In this lesson, your tutor will help you go over this topic: recommend something. First, read the following dialogue out loud with your tutor, then switch roles and try again.
Dorothy and Kevin are talking about getting a new job.
Dorothy:
Kevin, I want to work for Cambly. Can you put in a good word for me?
Kevin:
Yes, I can. I know a lot of people that speak highly of you.
Dorothy:
Thanks, I appreciate it. Perhaps I should talk with the owners.
Kevin:
I highly recommend it.
Dorothy:
Maybe we could talk with them together?
Kevin:
That’s a good idea, but if I were you, I would talk to them by yourself first.
Dorothy:
Ok, I will. What about my resume? Can you give it to them?
Kevin:
I can, but I think it’s best for you to give it to them in person.
Dorothy:
I understand. Can you look at my resume first? Maybe you could recommend some changes to me.
Kevin:
I would be more than happy to do that for you. Just remember to be confident when you talk to the owners.
Vocabulary
Go over the following vocabulary and expressions with your tutor. Read the word/expression and definition out loud, and your tutor will go over anything you do not understand. Practice creating a sentence or two to make sure you know how to use the word/expression properly.
Vocabulary/ Expressions
| put in a good word | (expression) to say something good about someone Can you put in a good word for me with your boss? |
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| speak highly of | (expression) to speak well about someone; say really good things Your boss always speaks highly of his workers. |
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| perhaps | (adv) used to express a possibility of doing something; to recommend a possibility Perhaps you should edit your resume. |
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| highly | (adv) to a great degree I highly recommend that you see the doctor about your cough. |
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| maybe we could | (expression) to express the possibility of doing something; a way to recommend Maybe we could finish the research paper tomorrow. |
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| if I were you, I would | (expression) to express what you would do If I were you, I would stay home until you feel better. |
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| what about | (expression) used to recommend or suggest something What about taking a vacation to Italy? |
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| I think it’s best | (expression) to express what you think is the best thing to do I think it’s best we end the meeting. |
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| you could | (expression) used to recommend or suggest something You could always apply for another job. |
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| just remember | (expression) used to tell someone not to forget something Just remember to include a cover letter with your resume. |
Exercise
Practice answering the following questions with your tutors. You can use the sample answers to come up with your own answer. You can use the phrases you learned above.
- Your best friend wants to buy a car. What would you recommend?
- I think it’s best to buy a car that saves gas.
- Just remember to test drive it first.
- Your answer:
- Your spouse wants to go on a vacation next year. Where would you recommend?
- What about going to Saint Petersburg, Russia? I heard there are lots of things to do.
- Maybe we could go to Italy? They have lots of historical places to visit.
- Your answer:
- A co-worker wants a job in your department. How would you tell him you’ll put in a good word.
- My boss likes me so I will put in a good word for you.
- I will talk to my boss and put in a good word.
- Your answer:
- A student is trying to decide which university to attend. What would you recommend?
- Perhaps you should pick the university closest to home.
- I highly recommend Cambridge University.
- Your answer:
- Your brother wants to study English abroad. What would you recommend he do?
- Maybe you could go to New Zealand. My friend went there to study English and liked it.
- You can always ask your English teachers what they think.
- Your answer:
Conversation
Use the following questions as a guideline to form an interesting conversation with your tutor. Feel free to diverge from these suggestions if anything interesting comes up.
- Which city would you recommend to me to visit in your country? Why?
- Would you recommend learning English on Cambly to your friends? Why or why not?
- Tell me about a time you made a recommendation to someone.
- Which car would you recommend to me to buy? Why?
- Have you ever put in a good word for someone? If yes, who and why? If no, would you?
Wrap-up
Go over any new expressions or vocabulary that you learned today.
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The word turn is both a verb and a noun. As such, it forms many idioms, collocations, phrasal verbs and other expressions. In that sense, we will look at 10 expressions using the word “turn”.
- Turn of speed
- Turn over a new leaf
- One good turn deserves another
- Turn of mind
- Do someone a good/bad turn
- Speak out of turn
- Turn and turn about
- Not know which way to turn
- Turn a blind eye
- Turn a deaf ear
10 Expressions Using the Word “Turn”
Turn of speed
Meaning: refers to the ability to move extremely fast if needed.
Examples:
This football player has a fantastic turn of speed.
Although the cheetah has an incredible turn of speed, it is helpless when attacked by armed and motorized humans.
Turn over a new leaf
Meaning: if you turn over a new leaf, you change your behaviour in a positive way.
Examples:
Lisa turned over a new leaf. She no longer smokes.
Apparently, Steven has stopped overeating and promised to turn over a new leaf.
Turn and turn about
Meaning: one after another.
Examples:
Lorna and Sally worked in rotation turn and turn about until the project was done.
Little Johnny distributed the candies equally between his pockets and ate them turn and turn about.
One good turn deserves another
Meaning: used to say that if someone does you a favour, you should help them in return.
Examples:
You looked after our cat while we were on holiday and I’ll be happy to give you a lift to the airport. One good turn deserves another.
10 Expressions Using the Word “Turn”
Turn of mind
Meaning: refers to a particular way of thinking.
Examples:
Tom is a hard-working man with a practical turn of mind.
Children in my school have an independent turn of mind.
Do someone a good/bad turn
Meaning: to do something helpful/unhelpful for someone.
Examples:
You did me a good turn by picking me up on your way to work. Thanks a bunch!
The tourist agent did us a bad turn by recommending this expensive and uninteresting place for our holiday. What a shame!
10 Expressions Using the Word “Turn”
Speak/talk out of turn
Meaning: if you speak out of turn, then you speak foolishly and probably without authority.
Examples:
Our teacher hates students who speak out of turn, especially when they interrupt her.
I hope I don’t talk out of turn, but I think that dress is not what you should wear to the party.
Not know which way to turn
Meaning: if you’re not sure what to do, or whom to ask for help or advice, you can say that you don’t know which way to turn.
Examples:
After her father died, she could no longer pay the bills and rent. She didn’t know which way to turn for help.
When I first retired, I didn’t know which way to turn. I had too much free time.
10 Expressions Using the Word “Turn”
Turn a blind eye
Meaning: if you turn a blind eye to something, then you ignore something bad and wrong.
Examples:
I read in the newspapers that a policeman turned a blind eye when some hooligans beat an old man in the street.
Some teachers turn a blind eye when it comes to using drugs in our school.
Turn a deaf ear
Meaning: if you turn a deaf ear, you ignore what someone says.
Examples:
When I asked Milly to babysit for me she just turned a deaf ear.
Some people are capable of turning a deaf ear to the crying victims of wars.
Hopefully, things turn out well for you! 😀
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