Penggunaan Suggestions

Suggestions dapat digunakan dalam bentuk solutions, saran, rencana dan idea. Misalnya teman anda sedang dalam masalah
tidak bisa mata pelajaran bahasa Inggris maka anda dapat menyarankannya untuk mengikuti kursus bahasa inggris
Expressions of giving suggestions
Expresi dibawah ini sering digunakan untuk membuat saran
Let's ………
Why don't we ………
We could ………
What about ………
How about ………
I suggest that ………
You might want to change ………
I think ………
I don't think ………

Example of using Suggestions in sentences

- Let's go to the library.
- Let's go to movies.
- Why don't you do your homework before going out?
- We could eat at home today.
- What about eating at the new place?
- How about going to Sam's place first?
- I suggest that we call it a day.
- You need to change your sleeping habits.
- I think you should go and meet her.
- I think we should do it this way.
Would you like to … ?
Would you mind going to the city centre ?
What do you think about going to the swimming pool ?
Let’s go to the swimming pool!

Responding Suggestions
Yes, it’s a great idea.
I agree.
It sounds great.
Yes, let’s do that/it.
Super! OK! All right!

Responding and declining suggestions examples

1. Let’s watch football at the stadium
Accepting : yes, Let’s go
Declining : No, thank you I have other schedule, I must clean the house now
2. Why you don’t have breakfast before go to school ?
Accepting : that is a good idea
Declining : I think I will be late, so I will have a breakfast at school
3. How about go to the movie ?
Accepting : O. K it is sound great
Declining : No, I do not have money to buy the ticket
4. I think you should do your homework now
Accepting : yes, you are right
Declining; take it easy my friend, I still have so much time

Contoh Dialogue giving suggestions

Fina : Morning Ayu, My best friend, you look bad today, what happened to you?
AYu : oh, it is only a little problems.
FIna : please, tell me, maybe I can give the solutions
AYu : Ok. I feel sad because I do not have money to pay for the college tuitions, I have used my money to buy a new motorcycle
FIna : Oh. You Should tell your parents if you have no money. I think they will help you.
Ayu : I do not think so, it only will make something worse.
Fina : You can lend money from someone.
Ayu : That’s good idea.
Contoh Soal Suggestions. Kerjakan!
1. Hey Siti, ____________________ go star gazing tonight.
a. are you
b. how about
c. shall them
d. would you like to
2. Sam: “Would you like to go watch a movie this weekend? “
Carly: “I can't, I am low on cash right now.” ____________________ stay at home and watch TV instead.
a. How about
b. Let's
c. What about
d. I think
3. What shall we do today?____________________ we go to the library.
a. Shall I
b. Let's
c. Why don't
d. Would you
4. ____________________ like a cup of coffee?
a. Can I
b. I'll do
c. Would you
d. Should I
5. ____________________ the washing , if you like.
a. Can I
b. Would you
c. I'll do
d. Let's
6. Edo: “I have a lot of work to finish; I don't know how I will manage. “
Sam: ____________________ half of it if you want.
a. Would you
b. I think
c. Why don't
d. I will help you with
7. Carly: “I submitted my essay to the teacher few days ago, but I haven't received any response from her.”
Edo:____________________ go and ask her?
a. Shall us
b. I'll do
c. Why don't you
d. I propose
8. ____________________ get you a drink?
a. Would you
b. Why don't you
c. Can I
d. I'll do
9. Aisya: “ I am so thirsty.”
Annie: ____________________ get you something to drink?
a. How about
b. What about
c. Why don't
d. Can I
10. ____________________ like me to clean your car?
a. How about
b. Let's
c. Would you
d. I think
Offering Something

Formal
Would you like something to drink?
Would you like to go disco?
Would you like to come along?
Could I offer you a glass of lemonade?
Would you mind joining us?
Would you like a cup of coffee?
Shall I get you a bottle of water?
Would you like to leave a message?

Informal
What can I get for you?
Won't you have a pancake?
Do you want something to eat?
Cheese sandwich?
Chocolate?
Have some
Like one?

Accepting an Offer
Thank you
Yes, please
I'd like it very much
Thank you, I would ...
That would be very nice
I'm pleased to do that
With pleasure
Yes, I'd like some.
Oh yes, I’d love to
That sounds nice
That’s very kind of you

Refusing an Offer
No, thanks
Not for me, thanks
No, I really won't thank you
I'd like to, but I have ...
I'm afraid I can't thanks anyway
It would be a great pleasure to ... But I'm afraid I have

Example

Andy: Here. Have a cookie.

Bryan: Thanks.
Andy: Would you like some cake?
Bryan: No thank you. It looks delicious though.
Andy: How about a glass of coffee?
Bryan: Thanks, but I don’t drink coffee.
Andy: What will you have to drink?
Bryan: Manggo juice will be fine.
Andy: Would you like some more pie?
Bryan: Sure. It’s really good. Did you bake it yourself?
Andy: Can I get you some milk or something?
Bryan: Well, a glass of water would be okay.
Translate

Andy: Ini, silakan dimakan kuenya.

Bryan: Terima kasih.
Andy: Anda mau makan kue.
Bryan: Tidak terima kasih. Kelihatannya enak juga.
Andy: Bagaimana dengan segelas kopi?
Bryan: Terima kasih, tapi saya tidak minum kopi.
Andy: Kamu mau minum apa?
Bryan: Jus mangga saja
Andy: Kamu mau makan kue lagi?
Bryan: Tentu, sangat enak. Apakah kamu yang membuatnya sendiri?
Andy: Bisa saya buatkan susu atau sesuatu
Bryan: Baiklah, segelas air putih juga tidak apa-apa.

Contoh percakapan 1

Boy: "Hi!"
Girl: "Hello!"
Boy: "Are you hungry?"
Girl: "No, I'm not."
Boy: "Are you thirsty?"
Girl: "Yes, I am."
Boy: "Would you like a cup of coffee?"
Girl: "Yes, please."
Boy: "Here's your coffee."
Girl: "Thank you."
Boy: "You're welcome. Goodbye."
Girl: "Bye

Contoh percakapan 2

John: What are you doing, Deb?

Deby: I’m replying e-mail from client and writing 10 articles about English expressions.
John: Wow, you are so busy, right?
Deby: Yeah. I’m so stressful.
John: Shall I do your half job?
Deby: Really? You must be kidding me.
John: I’m so serious, Deb. How?
Deby: Thank you so much, John. I appreciate your help.
John: Most welcome, Deby.
Deby: Could I offer you a glass of lemonade?
John: Please, don’t bother.
Deby: It’s okay, I really don’t mind.

Exercise: Answer the following questions!

Mr Bean : Hello, Miss Smith. Would you like a cup of coffee? I'm just making some.
Miss Smith : Oh, yes please, that would be lovely.
Mr Bean : How do you take it?
Miss Smith : With milk and sugar please.
Mr Bean: Here you are.
Miss Smith: Thank you.
1. The underlined expression expresses ...
A. Offering something
B. Offering help
C. Accepting an offer
D. Declining an offer
E. Refusing an offer

Dany: Good morning Jane, do you want an ice cream?

Jane: Oh, great! ______, I'd love one.
Dany: Chocolate or Strawberry?
Jane: Chocolate, please.
2. The suitable expression to complete the dialogue is …
A. Yes please
B. No Thanks
C. Don't bother
D. Never mind
E. Not for me
Andy: Shall I carry your luggage to your apartmen?
Boby: Yes, please!
3.The underlined word has similar meaning with ...
A. Borrow
B. Bring
C. Drop
D. Dodge
E. Leave
Indry : The box you brought looks very heavy. ________
Putry : Sure. It’s very kind of you. Thanks.
4. The suitable expression to complete the dialogue is …
A. Would you like me to help you?
B. Would I like to help me?
C. Would you like to help me?
D. Would you like to bring it for me?
E. Could you bring it for me?
Andry : Some of our friends will join the concert tomorrow. Would you like to go with me?
Sintya : _________ It will very interesting. I need to refresh my mind this time.
5. The suitable expression to complete the dialogue is …
A. I’d love to but I don’t think I can come
B. I’m really sorry. I already have my own plan
C. Well, I’m not sure
D. What a great idea!
E. Not for me, thanks