How to Informally Ask if Someone Can Talk at Work in English

How to Informally Ask if Someone Can Talk at Work in English

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English

9th - 10th Grade

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The video tutorial discusses informal work relationships and provides expressions for casual conversations. It introduces three expressions: 'Are you free to chat?', 'Is now a good time to talk?', and 'Got a sec?'. These expressions are useful for informal business English interactions. The video encourages viewers to use these expressions in appropriate situations.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what kind of work environment are the expressions discussed in the video most suitable?

Client presentations

Job interviews

Casual work interactions

Formal meetings

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the expression 'Are you swamped now?' imply about the person's availability?

They are extremely busy

They are on a break

They are free to talk

They are out of the office

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which expression would be appropriate to use when you want to check if someone has a moment to talk?

Is this a good time for a presentation?

Can we schedule a meeting?

Are you free to chat or are you swamped now?

Do you have a report ready?

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the informal expression for asking if someone has a moment to talk?

Got a time?

Got a moment?

Got a sec?

Got a minute?

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following expressions is NOT mentioned in the video?

Can we have a formal meeting?

Got a sec?

Is now a good time to talk?

Are you free to chat?