Everyday English Conversations with Russian Translations. Mastering Useful Phrases for Effective Communication

HEALTH PHRASES

— I’m taking drips.

— I’m having bed rest.

— I have a fracture.

— I have a dislocation.

— I have bruises.

— I have swelling.

— I have a fever.

— I have a headache.

— I have a stomach ache.

— I have a cough.

— I have a sore throat.

— I have a cold.

— I have the flu.

— I have an infection.

— I have an allergy.

— I have a rash.

— I need an injection.

— I need stitches.

— I need an X-ray.

— I need surgery.

— I’m wearing a cast. — I have a cast.

— I’m using crutches.

— I’m on a wheelchair.

— I need a bandage.

HEALTH WORKERS

MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS

MEDICAL AND HOSPITAL RELATED PHRASAL VERBS

— Check up: Health check, examination

— Example: He went to the doctor for a routine check-up.

— Check in: To register (at a hospital or clinic)

— Example: She checked in at the hospital early in the morning.

— Check out: To be discharged (from the hospital)

— Example: The patient checked out of the hospital after recovering.

— Operate on: Operate

— Example: The surgeon operated on his knee yesterday.

— Come round: To come to one’s senses, to come to one’s senses after anesthesia or loss of consciousness

— Example: She came round quickly after the surgery.

— Call for: To request medical assistance or to call a doctor

— Example: His condition called for immediate medical attention.

— Look after: To look after the sick

— Example: Nurses looked after him during his recovery.

— Treat for: To treat (a disease or condition)

— Example: The doctor treated him for pneumonia.

— Take care of: To look after or care for a sick person

— Example: She took care of her elderly mother after surgery.

— Fill out: To fill out (medical records or forms)

— Example: Please fill out this medical history form.

— Pass out: To faint

— Example: He passed out from the pain.

— Come down with: To become ill with something (usually an illness)

— Example: She came down with the flu last week.

— Stay in: To remain in a hospital for treatment or observation

— Example: He stayed in the hospital for two weeks.

— Settle down: To calm down (after a medical procedure or injury)

— Example: The patient finally settled down after the surgery.

— Turn away: To refuse to help or to refuse to receive

— Example: They turned away patients because the hospital was full.

— Come through: To survive, to go through a serious condition or operation

— Example: He came through the surgery successfully.

— Look into: To investigate (a medical condition or problem)

— Example: The doctor will look into your symptoms and get back to you.

— Pull through: To recover, to get better (after a serious illness or injury)

— Example: He pulled through after a severe infection.

— Pass away: To die, to pass away

— Example: Unfortunately, her grandmother passed away last night.

— Wait on: To serve (a sick person or patient)

— Example: The nurses waited on him attentively during his recovery.

— Send for: Invite (a doctor or medical assistance)

— Example: They sent for the doctor as soon as she started feeling worse.

— Bring around: To bring to consciousness, to return to consciousness after loss of consciousness

— Example: The paramedics brought him around quickly after the accident.

— Fill in: Fill out (a form, a medical questionnaire)

— Example: Please fill in this patient information form.

— Fall ill: To become ill

— Example: She fell ill with a high fever.

— Stand by: To be ready, to be available for help or support

— Example: The medical team stood by to assist in case of emergency.

CHAPTER 3

AT THE SUPPERMARKET

These phrases will help you ask for various products at a supermarket in both English and Russian, making your shopping experience easier and more efficient.

Asking for Products

— Where can I find milk?

— Where can I find milk?

— Excuse me, could you help me find the bread aisle?

— Excuse me, can you help me find the bread section?

— Do you know where the pasta is located?

— Do you know where the pasta is?

— Could you please show me where the fresh fruits are?

— Please show me where the fresh fruit is?

— Is there a section for dairy products nearby?

— Is there a dairy section here?

— I’m looking for coffee. Could you tell me which aisle it’s in?

— English: I’m looking for coffee. Can you tell me which aisle it is in?

— Where can I find canned vegetables?

— English: Where can I find canned vegetables?

— Excuse me, do you know where the frozen foods section is?

— Excuse me, do you know where the frozen foods are?

— Could you point me to the aisle with snacks?

— Can you show me where the snack aisle is?

— I’m trying to find the bakery department. Where is it located?

— English: I’m trying to find the bakery section. Where is it?

— Where can I get olive oil?

— Where can I get olive oil?

— Excuse me, could you help me find the cereal aisle?

— Excuse me, can you help me find the cereal aisle?

— Do you have any fresh vegetables available today?

— Do you have fresh vegetables today?

— I’m looking for chocolate. Can you tell me where it’s located?

— English: I’m looking for chocolate. Can you tell me where it is?

— Could you show me where the household cleaning products are?

— Can you show me where the household cleaning products are?

UNDERSTANDING PRICES AND DISCOUNTS (Understanding prices and discounts in the supermarket.)

These phrases will help you understand prices, discounts, and special offers while shopping at a supermarket.

— How much does this cost?

— How much does it cost?

— Is there a discount on this item?

— English: Is there a discount on this product?

— What’s the price per kilogram/pound?

— What is the price per kilogram/pound?

— Are there any special offers today?

— Are there any special offers today?

— Is there a loyalty card discount?

— English: Is there a discount on the loyalty card?

— Does this price include tax?

— Is the tax amount included in this price?

— Are there any bulk discounts available?

— Are there discounts available for bulk purchases?

— Is this item on sale?

— Is this item on sale?

— Could you tell me the total amount?

— Can you tell me the total amount?

— Do you price match with competitors?

— Do you compare prices with competitors?

— What’s the cost after applying the discount?

— How much does it cost after applying the discount?

— Is there a clearance section where prices are reduced further?

— English: Is there a sale section where prices are even lower?

— Are there any additional charges I should be aware of?

— Are there any additional fees I should be aware of?

— Is there a minimum purchase amount for discounts?

— English: Is there a minimum purchase amount to receive a discount?

— Could you break down the price for me?

— Can you break the price down for me?

RETURNING ITEMS

— I would like to return this item.

— I would like to return this item.

— Can I get a refund for this?

— Can I get a refund for this?

— Is there a return policy for this store?

— English: Does this store have a return policy?

— This item is defective. I’d like to exchange it.

— English: This item is defective. I would like to exchange it.

— Could I speak to a manager about returning this?

— Can I speak to a manager about returning this item?

— I have the receipt.

— I have a check.

— Do you accept returns without a receipt?

— Do you accept returns without a receipt?

— How long do I have to return this item?

— English: How long do I have to return this item?

— What’s the process for returning an item here?

— English: What is the return process here?

— Could you help me with the exchange process?

— Can you help me with the exchange process?

— Do you offer store credit for returns?

— Do you offer store credit refunds?

— Is there a restocking fee for returns?

— English: Is there a fee for returning an item?

— Can I return perishable items like food or flowers?

— English: Can I return perishable goods such as food or flowers?

— What are the conditions for returning opened items?

— English: What are the conditions for returning opened goods?

— Is there a time limit on returning electronics or appliances?

— English: Are there any time limits for returning electronics or household appliances?

CHAPTER 4

AT THE RESTAURANT

MAKING A RESERVATION (In the restaurant: Making a reservation)

These phrases will help you make a reservation at a restaurant.

— I would like to make a reservation for (number of people) at (time).

— English: I would like to make a reservation for (number of people) at (time).

— Do you have any tables available for (number of people) around (time)?

— Do you have any free tables for (number of people) around (time)?

— Could I reserve a table for [number of people] on (date) at (time)?

— English: Can I reserve a table for (number of people) on (date) at (time)?

— I’d like to book a table under the name (your name).

— English: I would like to reserve a table in the name of (your name).

— Is it possible to make a reservation for (number of people) for (date) at (time)?

— English: Is it possible to reserve a table for [number of people] on (date) at (time)?

— Can I reserve a table for (number of people) at (time) on (date)?

— English: Can I reserve a table for (number of people) at (time) on (date)?

ORDERING FOOD AND DRINKS

— I would like to order, please.

— I would like to place an order, please.

— Could you recommend a specialty of the house?

— Can you recommend a special dish of your establishment?

— I’ll have the… (dish name).

— I’ll take… (name of the dish).

— What do you recommend for dessert?

— What do you recommend for dessert?

— May I see the wine list, please?

— English: Can I see the wine list?

— I’d like a glass/bottle of… (wine name).

— I would like a glass/bottle of… (name of wine).

— Could I have some water, please?

— English: Can I have some water, please?

— Is the dish spicy?

— Is the dish spicy?

— Could I have the bill, please?

— English: Can I have the bill, please?

— I’m allergic to…

— I’m allergic to…

— Could I have some more… (bread, sauce, etc.), please?

— Can I have some more… (bread, sauce, etc.), please?

— How long will the food take?

— How long will it take for the food to be ready?

RECEIVING BOOKINGS

These phrases will help restaurant workers efficiently receive bookings and take orders, ensuring clear communication with customers in both English and Russian.

These phrases will help restaurant staff take reservations and orders effectively, ensuring clear communication with customers in both English and Russian.

— Phrases for Receiving Bookings:

— Welcome to (Restaurant Name), how can I help you today?

— Welcome to (Restaurant Name), how can I help you today?

— Would you like to make a reservation?

— English: Would you like to make a reservation?

— For how many people?

— For how many people?

— What date and time would you like to reserve?

— English: What date and time would you like to book?

— Can I have your name and contact number, please?

— English: May I have your name and contact number, please?

— Do you have any special requests or dietary restrictions?

— Do you have any special requests or dietary restrictions?

— Your reservation is confirmed for (Date) at (Time) for (Number) people.

— English: Your reservation is confirmed on (Date) at (Time) for (Number) persons.

— Thank you for your reservation. We look forward to seeing you.

— English: Thank you for your reservation. We look forward to meeting you.

— Additional Phrases for Receiving Bookings:

— Is there anything else I can assist you with?

— Is there anything else I can help you with?

— If you need to make any changes to your reservation, please let us know.

— English: If you need to make changes to your booking, please let us know.

TAKING ORDERS

— Phrases for Taking Orders:

— Good (morning/afternoon/evening), I’ll be your server today.

— Good (morning/afternoon/evening), I will be your waiter today.

— Are you ready to order, or do you need more time?

— Are you ready to place your order or do you need more time?

— Can I start you off with something to drink?

— English: Can I offer you something to drink to start with?

— What would you like to order?

— English: What would you like to order?

— Would you like to hear today’s specials?

— English: Want to know today’s special offers?

— How would you like your steak cooked?

— How rare would you like your steak?

— Do you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions?

— Do you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions?

— Would you like any sides with that?

— English: Would you like anything with this dish?

— Would you like to add a dessert or coffee?

— English: Would you like to add dessert or coffee?

— Additional Phrases for Taking Orders:

— Is everything okay with your meal?

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