Лекция: Complimenting People on Clothes
It is better not to ask the price of someone's clothes unless you know the person very well.
A. What a nice cardigan!
В. Does it look all right?
A. Yes, and it matches your scarf perfectly.
В. I got it for £28.50 in a sale.1
A. It's incredible.
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1a sale: when goods are sold cheaply in the shops often in spring and autumn.
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– I like your new raincoat.
– Is it a good fit?
– Yes, it looks fabulous.
– It only cost me £29.
– Well, that was very good value.
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– You're looking very smart in that new jacket.
– Does it suit me?
– Yes, and I like the color, too.
– You know I only paid £27.75 for it.
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– That's a very nice blazer you're wearing.
– Do you really like it?
– Yes, and it goes well with your new pullover, too.
– You'll never believe it, but it only cost £29.50.
– Very reasonable indeed.