Words and Expressions

Here are the key phrases and expressions from the previous dialogs categorized by their functions:

1. Greetings:

   - Sawasdee ka, Mr. Smith!

   - Sawasdee krub, Lilita!

   - How are you today?

   - I hope your journey to Bangkok was pleasant.

   - Thank you for your warm welcome.

   - Please, call me Bill.

   - I'm excited to be here.

2. Welcoming:

   - Welcome to Bangkok, Bill!

   - We're thrilled to have you here.

   - That's very kind of you, Lilita.

   - Please, enjoy the dinner.

   - I'm truly grateful for your hospitality.

3. Introduction:

   - Allow me to introduce myself.

   - I'm Lilita.

   - I manage a retail business here in Thailand.

   - It's a pleasure to meet you, Bill.

   - I'm Bill Smith, a trade representative from the United States.

   - Nice to meet you, Lilita.

4. Asking and Giving Information:

   - Could you tell me more about your business interests in Thailand, Bill?

   - Certainly, Lilita.

   - I'm here to explore potential trade opportunities and partnerships in various sectors.

   - That's interesting. Our retail sector could benefit from such advancements.

   - I'd like to explore possible synergies.

5. Congratulations:

   - Congratulations on your successful conference attendance, Bill.

   - How did it go?

   - Thank you, Lilita.

   - It went very well.

   - I've learned a lot about the Thai market.

6. Apologizing and Making Excuses:

   - I apologize for the delay in our meeting, Bill.

   - No problem at all, Lilita.

   - Traffic in Bangkok can be quite unpredictable.

7. Giving Advice or Suggestion:

   - I recommend trying some traditional Thai dishes.

   - That's a great suggestion, Lilita.

   - I'll make sure to do that.

8. Giving Order or Instruction:

   - Please have a seat, Bill.

   - Would you like something to drink?

   - Yes, please. I'll have a glass of water.

9. Expressing Requests & Prohibitions:

   - Could you please send me your presentation materials?

   - Of course, Lilita. I'll send them over right away.

10. Expressing Agreements & Disagreements:

   - I think our partnership could be very beneficial.

   - I couldn't agree more, Lilita.

   - It seems like a great opportunity.

11. Thanking and Accepting Thanks:

   - Thank you for considering our proposal, Bill.

   - Thank you for your hospitality, Lilita.

   - It's been a pleasure.

12. Parting:

   - It was a pleasure meeting you, Bill.

   - Have a safe trip back.

   - Likewise, Lilita.

   - Goodbye!