Рассказы на английском языке для начинающих. Повседневные ситуации и полезные фразы

Story:

Samantha needed a new pair of shoes. Her old ones were too worn out, and she was planning a trip to the city soon. She walked into a shoe store and looked around. There were so many options: boots, sandals, sneakers, and high heels. She wasn’t sure what she wanted, so she decided to ask a sales assistant for help.

“Excuse me,” Samantha said, “I’m looking for comfortable shoes. I’ll be walking a lot during my trip. Can you recommend something?”

The assistant smiled and led Samantha to a shelf with a variety of shoes. “These are very comfortable and stylish,” she said, pointing to a pair of sneakers. “They’re perfect for walking.”

Samantha tried them on and immediately felt that they were a great fit. “I’ll take them,” she said, smiling.

After paying, Samantha left the store feeling happy with her purchase. Now she was ready for her trip, knowing her new shoes would keep her comfortable during her adventures.

Useful Phrases and Expressions

I need a new pair of shoes. – Мне нужна новая пара обуви.

I’m looking for something comfortable. – Я ищу что-то удобное.

Can you recommend something? – Можете что-то посоветовать?

How much are these? – Сколько стоят эти?

I’ll try them on. – Я их примерю.

They fit perfectly. – Они идеально сидят.

I’ll take them. – Я возьму их.

Do you have them in a different color? – У вас есть другие цвета?

Can I pay by card? – Могу ли я заплатить картой?

Do you have my size? – У вас есть мой размер?

I’ll just look around. – Я просто посмотрю.

What size do you have? – Какой у вас размер?

Are these on sale? – Эти на распродаже?

Can I return them if they don’t fit? – Могу ли я вернуть их, если они не подойдут?

Thank you for your help! – Спасибо за вашу помощь!

Exercises

Exercise 1: Matching

Match the phrases with their translations:

I need a new pair of shoes.

How much are these?

Can you recommend something?

I’ll take them.

Do you have them in a different color?

A) Можете что-то посоветовать?

B) Я возьму их.

C) Сколько стоят эти?

D) У вас есть другие цвета?

E) Мне нужна новая пара обуви.

Exercise 2: Fill-in-the-blanks

Fill in the blanks with the correct words:

I need a new ______ of shoes.

Can you ______ something?

I’ll ______ them on.

They ______ perfectly.

I’ll pay by ______.

Exercise 3: Translation from Russian to English

Translate the following sentences into English:

Мне нужно купить новую сумку.

Могу ли я заплатить наличными?

Эти туфли слишком тесные.

Я просто посмотрю, спасибо.

У вас есть мой размер?

Answers to Exercises

Answers to Exercise 1:

1 – E

2 – C

3 – A

4 – B

5 – D

Answers to Exercise 2:

pair

recommend

try

fit

card

Answers to Exercise 3:

I need to buy a new bag.

Can I pay in cash?

These shoes are too tight.

I’ll just look around, thank you.

Do you have my size?

Story:

Anna and her friend Sarah decided to go out for dinner. They had been talking about visiting a new restaurant in town for weeks. Finally, the day had come! The restaurant was small but cozy, with soft lighting and a warm atmosphere. As they sat at their table, the waiter came over to take their order.

“Good evening! Welcome to The Bistro. What can I get for you today?” he asked with a friendly smile.

Anna looked at the menu and said, “I’ll have the chicken pasta, please.”

Sarah glanced at the menu and replied, “I’ll try the steak with fries.”

“Would you like something to drink?” the waiter asked.

“I’ll have a glass of white wine,” Anna said. “And water, please.”

“I’ll have the same,” Sarah added.

The waiter nodded and went off to place their order. After a few minutes, their food arrived, and it looked delicious. The pasta was creamy and rich, and the steak was cooked to perfection.

“This is amazing!” Anna said, taking a bite. “I’m definitely coming back here again.”

Sarah smiled. “I agree. Everything is so fresh and tasty.”

They spent the rest of the evening enjoying their meal, talking, and laughing. It was the perfect night out.

Useful Phrases and Expressions

Good evening! – Добрый вечер!

What can I get for you today? – Что я могу для вас принести?

I’ll have the chicken pasta. – Я возьму пасту с курицей.

I’ll try the steak with fries. – Я попробую стейк с картошкой фри.

Would you like something to drink? – Хотите что-то выпить?

I’ll have a glass of juice. – Я возьму стакан сока.

Can I get some water, please? – Можно воду, пожалуйста?

I’ll have tea, please. – Я возьму чай, пожалуйста.

How is your meal? – Как вам еда?

This is delicious! – Это вкусно!

I’ll definitely come back here again. – Я точно вернусь сюда.

Everything is so fresh. – Всё так свежее.

Is the tip included? – Включены ли чаевые в счёт?

Could we have the bill, please? – Можем мы получить счёт, пожалуйста?

I’m full. – Я сыт.

Exercises

Exercise 1: Matching

Match the phrases with their translations:

Good evening!

What can I get for you today?

I’ll have the chicken pasta.

Could we have the bill, please?

I’ll have a glass of juice.

A) Я возьму стакан сока.

B) Добрый вечер!

C) Я возьму пасту с курицей.

D) Можем мы получить счёт, пожалуйста?

E) Что я могу для вас принести?

Exercise 2: Fill-in-the-blanks

Fill in the blanks with the correct words:

I’ll have a glass of ______.

Would you like something to ______?

I’ll have ______, please.

How is your ______?

Can I get some ______, please?

Exercise 3: Translation from Russian to English

Translate the following sentences into English:

Я возьму чай, пожалуйста.

Можно мне стакан воды?

Можем мы получить счет, пожалуйста?

Это очень вкусно!

Ты хочешь сок или воду?

Answers to Exercises

Answers to Exercise 1:

1 – B

2 – E

3 – C

4 – D

5 – A

Answers to Exercise 2:

juice

drink

tea

meal

water

Answers to Exercise 3:

I’ll have tea, please.

Can I have a glass of water?

Can we have the bill, please?

This is so delicious!

Do you want juice or water?

Story:

Lily was very excited. She was going on her first international trip. She had packed her suitcase the night before and arrived at the airport early to avoid any last-minute stress. It was her first time flying alone, and she wanted to make sure everything went smoothly.

As she entered the airport, she saw a lot of people. She checked the signs to find the check-in area for her airline. After a few minutes, she found the right desk and stood in line.

"Hello!" the airline agent greeted her. "Can I have your passport and ticket, please?"

Lily handed over her passport and ticket. The agent quickly checked her information, weighed her suitcase, and put a tag on it. "Your flight is on time," the agent said. "Your gate is number 12. Have a great trip!"

Lily thanked the agent and walked to security. The line was long, but she didn’t mind. After going through security, she went to the waiting area. She found a seat near the gate and looked at the display board. Her flight would start boarding in about 30 minutes.

After some time, the announcement came: "Flight 215 to London is now boarding at gate 12." Lily stood up, checked her passport and ticket, and headed to the gate. When it was her turn, she showed her boarding pass to the gate agent, who scanned it and smiled.

"Welcome aboard!" the agent said.

Lily boarded the plane, found her seat, and settled in. She was ready for her adventure. In a few hours, she would be in London!

Useful Phrases and Expressions

I’m flying to… – Я лечу в…

Where is the check-in desk? – Где стойка регистрации?

Can I have your passport and ticket? – Могу я получить ваш паспорт и билет?

Your flight is on time. – Ваш рейс вовремя.

Where is the security check? – Где контроль безопасности?

Please put your bags on the conveyor belt. – Пожалуйста, положите свои сумки на конвейер.

Can I have a window seat? – Можно место у окна?

What time is the boarding? – Во сколько начинается посадка?

Your gate is number 12. – Ваш выход на посадку номер 12.

Flight 215 to London is now boarding. – Рейс 215 в Лондон сейчас начинается.

Please show your boarding pass. – Пожалуйста, покажите ваш посадочный талон.

Have a great trip! – Приятного путешествия!

Is my flight on time? – Мой рейс вовремя?

Where is the waiting area? – Где зона ожидания?

I’m ready to board. – Я готов к посадке.

Exercises

Exercise 1: Matching

Match the phrases with their translations:

I’m flying to…

Where is the check-in desk?

Your gate is number 12.

Please put your bags on the conveyor belt.

Have a great trip!

A) Где стойка регистрации?

B) Приятного путешествия!

C) Я лечу в…

D) Ваш выход на посадку номер 12.

E) Пожалуйста, положите свои сумки на конвейер.

Exercise 2: Fill-in-the-blanks

Fill in the blanks with the correct words:

Where is the ______ check?

I’m flying ______ London.

Your ______ is number 12.

Please show your ______ pass.

Can I have a ______ seat?

Exercise 3: Translation from Russian to English

Translate the following sentences into English:

Где находится зона ожидания?

Я хочу сидеть у окна.

Мой рейс вовремя?

Когда начинается посадка?

Я лечу в Париж.

Answers to Exercises

Answers to Exercise 1:

1 – C

2 – A

3 – D

4 – E

5 – B

Answers to Exercise 2:

security

to

gate

boarding

window

Answers to Exercise 3:

Where is the waiting area?

I want to sit by the window.

Is my flight on time?

When does the boarding start?

I’m flying to Paris.

Story:

On a sunny Saturday afternoon, Emma decided to take a walk in the park. She loved spending time outdoors, especially when the weather was nice. The park was just a short walk from her house, and it was always a peaceful place to relax.

As she entered the park, she noticed the colorful flowers blooming and the trees gently swaying in the breeze. People were jogging, walking their dogs, and children were playing near the playground. It was the perfect place to unwind after a busy week.

Emma decided to walk along the path that led to the lake. The water was calm, and she could see a few ducks swimming. She sat down on a bench and took a deep breath of fresh air. It felt so good to be outside.

A couple of children came running up to her. “Can we feed the ducks?” one of them asked, holding a small bag of breadcrumbs.

Emma smiled and nodded. “Sure, they love bread.”

The children excitedly threw some breadcrumbs into the water, and the ducks quickly swam over to eat. Emma watched them for a few minutes, enjoying the peaceful scene.

After a while, she stood up and continued her walk. She passed by a group of people playing volleyball, and a couple sitting on a blanket enjoying a picnic. It was a beautiful day, and Emma was grateful to be in such a lovely place.

Before leaving the park, Emma took a few more moments to sit on a bench and enjoy the view. She felt happy and relaxed, knowing she would visit this peaceful park again soon.

Useful Phrases and Expressions

It’s a beautiful day! – Сегодня прекрасный день!

I love spending time outdoors. – Мне нравится проводить время на свежем воздухе.

The weather is so nice today. – Сегодня такая хорошая погода.

Can I sit here? – Можно я здесь посижу?

The ducks are swimming in the lake. – Утки плавают в озере.

Do you want to play with the ball? – Хочешь поиграть мячом?

Let’s take a walk. – Давайте прогуляемся.

It’s so peaceful here. – Здесь так спокойно.

The flowers are blooming. – Цветы цветут.

Let’s go to the playground. – Пойдем на детскую площадку.

I’m just going to sit here and relax. – Я просто сижу здесь и отдыхаю.

What a nice view! – Какой красивый вид!

There are many people walking dogs. – Здесь много людей с собаками.

I love this park. – Мне нравится этот парк.

I feel so relaxed. – Я чувствую себя так расслабленно.

Exercises

Exercise 1: Matching

Match the phrases with their translations:

It’s a beautiful day!

Can I sit here?

The ducks are swimming in the lake.

Let’s go to the playground.

I love this park.

A) Пойдем на детскую площадку.

B) Здесь так спокойно.

C) Сегодня прекрасный день!

D) Утки плавают в озере.

E) Мне нравится этот парк.

Exercise 2: Fill-in-the-blanks

Fill in the blanks with the correct words:

Let’s take a ______.

I love ______ time outdoors.

The ______ are blooming.

It’s so ______ here.

What a ______ view!

Exercise 3: Translation from Russian to English

Translate the following sentences into English:

Давай прогуляемся по парку.

Я хочу посидеть на скамейке.

Какой красивый парк!

Здесь так тихо и спокойно.

Дети играют на площадке.

Answers to Exercises

Answers to Exercise 1:

1 – C

2 – B

3 – D

4 – A

5 – E

Answers to Exercise 2:

walk

spending

flowers

peaceful

nice

Answers to Exercise 3:

Let’s take a walk in the park.

I want to sit on the bench.

What a beautiful park!

It’s so quiet and peaceful here.

The children are playing on the playground.

Story:

Tom was sitting at his desk when his phone rang. It was his friend, Mike.

"Hello?" Tom answered, picking up the phone.

"Hey, Tom! It’s Mike. How’s it going?" Mike said cheerfully.

"I’m doing well, just working on a few things. How about you?" Tom replied.

"I’m good, thanks! I was wondering if you’d like to hang out this weekend," Mike said.

"Sure, that sounds great! What do you have in mind?" Tom asked.

"How about going to the new cinema downtown? There’s a movie I’ve been wanting to see," Mike suggested.

"That sounds awesome! What time does it start?" Tom asked.

"The movie starts at 7 PM. Are you free around that time?" Mike said.

"Yeah, that works for me. Let’s meet at 6:30 in front of the cinema," Tom agreed.

"Great! I’ll see you there," Mike said. "By the way, do you want to grab a bite to eat after the movie?"

"Sounds perfect! Let’s decide where when we meet," Tom replied.

"Alright, see you then!" Mike said, before hanging up the phone.

Tom felt excited about the weekend plans. He put down his phone and got back to work, looking forward to catching up with his friend.

Useful Phrases and Expressions

Hello, this is… – Привет, это…

How’s it going? – Как дела?

I’m doing well, thanks. – У меня всё хорошо, спасибо.

What’s up? – Что нового?

I was wondering if you’d like to… – Я подумал, не хочешь ли ты…

What do you have in mind? – Что ты предложишь?

How about…? – Как насчет…?

That sounds great! – Звучит здорово!

What time does it start? – Во сколько это начинается?

Are you free around that time? – Ты свободен в это время?

Let’s meet at… – Давай встретимся в…

I’ll see you there. – Увидимся там.

By the way… – Кстати…

Let’s grab a bite to eat. – Давай перекусим.

I’m looking forward to it. – Я с нетерпением жду этого.

Exercises

Exercise 1: Matching

Match the phrases with their translations:

Hello, this is…

How’s it going?

What time does it start?

Let’s meet at…

I’m looking forward to it.

A) Я с нетерпением жду этого.

B) Во сколько это начинается?

C) Привет, это…

D) Давай встретимся в…

E) Как дела?

Exercise 2: Fill-in-the-blanks

Fill in the blanks with the correct words:

Hey, Tom! How’s it ______?

I was wondering if you’d like to ______ this weekend.

The movie starts at ______ PM.

I’ll see you ______ the cinema.

Are you free ______ that time?

Exercise 3: Translation from Russian to English

Translate the following sentences into English:

Привет, как ты?

Ты свободен в пятницу вечером?

Что ты предложишь сделать на выходных?

Давай встретимся в 6 часов.

Я с нетерпением жду нашей встречи.

Answers to Exercises

Answers to Exercise 1:

1 – C

2 – E

3 – B

4 – D

5 – A

Answers to Exercise 2:

going

hang out

7

at

around

Answers to Exercise 3:

Hi, how are you?

Are you free on Friday evening?

What do you suggest doing this weekend?

Let’s meet at 6 o’clock.

I’m looking forward to our meeting.

Story:

One sunny afternoon, Sarah went to the local café to enjoy her favorite coffee and read a book. As she was sitting at a table near the window, a woman around her age walked in. She looked a bit nervous, like she was new to the place.

The woman glanced around and saw that all the tables were occupied except for the one next to Sarah. Sarah smiled and waved, inviting her to sit down.

“Hi! Is this seat taken?” the woman asked politely.

“No, not at all,” Sarah replied with a warm smile. “You’re welcome to sit here.”

The woman sat down and introduced herself. “I’m Lisa. I just moved to this neighborhood.”

“I’m Sarah. I’ve been living here for a few years,” Sarah said. “How are you liking the area so far?”

“It’s great, but I don’t know many people yet,” Lisa explained. “It’s a bit lonely.”

Sarah nodded sympathetically. “I totally understand. It can be hard to meet people when you’re new to a place.”

They started chatting about their favorite hobbies and shared some stories about their lives. Sarah learned that Lisa loved painting and traveling, just like she did.

“You should join me next weekend! There’s a painting class at the community center. It’s a great way to meet new people,” Sarah suggested.

“That sounds wonderful! I’d love to,” Lisa said, smiling.

After that, they exchanged phone numbers and made plans to meet again. They both felt happy to have found a new friend.

Useful Phrases and Expressions

Hi, my name is… – Привет, меня зовут…

Is this seat taken? – Это место занято?

You’re welcome to sit here. – Можешь сидеть здесь.

I just moved to this area. – Я только что переехала в этот район.

How are you liking the neighborhood? – Как тебе район?

It’s a bit lonely here. – Здесь немного одиноко.

I totally understand. – Я полностью понимаю.

I love (painting, traveling, etc.) – Я люблю (рисование, путешествия и т.д.)

Would you like to join me? – Хотела бы ты присоединиться ко мне?

Let’s exchange phone numbers. – Давай обменяемся номерами.

It’s great to meet new people. – Здорово знакомиться с новыми людьми.

Do you want to hang out sometime? – Хочешь встретиться как-нибудь?

I’d love to. – С удовольствием.

What do you like to do in your free time? – Чем ты любишь заниматься в свободное время?

Let’s make plans for next weekend. – Давайте спланируем встречу на следующие выходные.

Exercises

Exercise 1: Matching

Match the phrases with their translations:

Hi, my name is…

Is this seat taken?

I’d love to.

I just moved to this area.