Unit 11: Electronic Devices
Communication
Giao tiếp - Everyday English: Giving recommendations about electronic devices.
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Communication - Everyday English
11. Everyday English: Giving recommendations
Giving recommendations (Đưa ra lời khuyên/đề xuất):
- I suggest/recommend + V-ing... — Tôi đề xuất... (Ex: I suggest buying this model.)
- I advise (you) to + V... — Tôi khuyên bạn... (Ex: I advise you to check the warranty.)
- You should + V... — Bạn nên... (Ex: You should update your software.)
- Why don't you + V...? — Tại sao bạn không...? (Ex: Why don't you buy a tablet?)
- How about + V-ing...? — Còn... thì sao? (Ex: How about getting a new phone?)
Responding to recommendations (Đáp lại):
- That's a good idea. — Ý kiến hay đấy.
- Thanks for the suggestion. — Cảm ơn vì gợi ý.
- I'll think about it. — Tôi sẽ suy nghĩ.
- I'm not sure about that. — Tôi không chắc lắm.
- That sounds great! — Nghe tuyệt đấy!
22. Practice: Pair work
Situation 1: Your friend wants to buy a new phone but doesn't know which one.
You: I suggest looking at the latest model. It has a great camera.
Friend: That's a good idea. Thanks!
Situation 2: Your classmate wants to improve their English listening skills.
You: I recommend listening to English podcasts every day.
Classmate: That sounds great! I'll try it.
Situation 3: Your brother's laptop is too slow.
You: I advise you to delete unused programs. You should also update the operating system.
Brother: Thanks for the advice!
33. Useful expressions for talking about electronic devices
| Expression | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| How much is it? | Bao nhiêu tiền? | How much is this laptop? |
| What are the features? | Có những tính năng gì? | What are the features of this phone? |
| It's worth buying. | Đáng mua đấy. | This tablet is worth buying. |
| It's good value for money. | Đáng tiền. | This mid-range laptop is good value for money. |