Can you pass me…? vs Give me…
Could you give me five minutes? vs Go away.
Excuse me. vs Move.
I’m afraid I can’t. vs No.
I would like… vs I want…
Would you mind…? vs Stop it!
Can you hold, please? vs Wait.
Turning Down an Invitation
- I’m afraid I can’t…
- I’d love to but…
- That sounds great but…
Disagreeing
- I see what you’re saying, but I think…
- You could be right, but don’t forget that…
- Yes that’s true, but I’m not sure that…