Kim Jae-woo's Basic English Conversation 100
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The Ultimate Guide for Beginners to English English conversation that you can hear and speak right away when watching TV or traveling abroad Once again, experience the 'Kim Jae-woo Magic' that tens of thousands of people have experienced! "Kim Jae-woo's Basic English Conversation 100" is a book in which teacher Kim Jae-woo, who understands Korean English habits and native speakers' actual expressions better than anyone else, has poured his heart and soul into once again, capturing the essential secrets for beginners. Driven by the belief that "even beginners should be able to speak English easily," he has done so with the utmost care. This book is composed of concise expressions and sentences that are challenging enough for even beginners. In particular, it points out the nuances of English expressions that are difficult to understand with a Korean-style mindset and clearly explains how to speak naturally like a native speaker. The content for each day is designed to maximize learning effectiveness over the course of 100 days, and is designed in stages to reduce the burden on learners and allow them to steadily build their skills. Each DAY includes real-life conversation situations related to essential expressions, helping you go beyond simply memorizing the expressions and develop the ability to apply them in a variety of contexts. In "Kim Jae-woo's English Observation Diary," you can briefly look at the expressions and sentence patterns to be learned on each day, and understand and master the content logically. Above all, it contains the insights gained from Mr. Kim Jae-woo's long experience in English education. In "MODEL EXAMPLES", you can practice the learning expressions of the corresponding day through various types of examples. You can also improve your practical skills by practicing writing short essays on the topic. In "SMALL TALK," you can learn natural expressions and conversational flow like a native speaker through vivid dialogue that can be used immediately in everyday life. In "Good to Know," vocabulary and key expressions extracted from short sentences and dialogues from the day are simply organized. In the "REVIEW TEST", you can maximize your learning effect by solving problems to confirm and thoroughly learn representative expressions. This book is more than just a textbook; it gives beginners confidence and a sense of accomplishment in English. It also lowers the barrier to learning English, giving learners the courage and motivation to take on new challenges. With "Kim Jae-woo's Basic English Conversation 100," even beginners can move beyond simple learning and confidently speak English that shines in real-life situations. Now, let's experience the joy of speaking English for ourselves! |
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index
prolog
Structure and features of this book
How to use this book
Learning Planner
DAY 1: Correcting Misunderstandings and Apologizing Using the Verb Mean
I didn't mean it.
DAY 2: Accept the other person's offer with a "That'd be great."
That'd be great.
Thanks.
DAY 3 My bad ~ Admit your mistakes or faults
My bad.
I messaged the wrong person.
DAY 4: Take back what you just said with never mind
Never mind, I found them.
DAY 5: Practicing Expressions for Ordering Food
Can I get a cup of mint tea, please?
DAY 6 Expressing the passage of time/time required with the preposition in
I'll call you back in 5 minutes.
DAY 7 Expressing the state of wearing something with the preposition in
You look sharp in that suit.
DAY 8: Expressing 'Eat ~ for breakfast/lunch/dinner' with the preposition for
What did you have for lunch today?
DAY 9 Expressing Purpose with the Preposition for
Why don't you stay for dinner?
DAY 10 Expressing Concisely with Prepositional Phrases
I usually don't eat before the gym.
DAY 11 Expressing 'paying money for' with pay for
Who's paying for all this?
DAY 12 Expressing 'during' with "over + period"
I went to Mexico over spring break.
DAY 13 Properly Using Both to Refer to 'Both'
They both look good on you.
DAY 14 Me neither. to counter the other person's statement (negative sentence)
I don't really like seafood.
? Me neither.
DAY 15 Using the adverb again when reconfirming information
What's your MBTI again?
DAY 16: Expressing the feeling of "not really" with "Not really."
Not really.
I'm just browsing.
DAY 17 Expressing 'often' and 'a lot' with the adverb 'a lot'
I travel a lot for business.
DAY 18 Using the adverb yet to say, "Have you done it by now?"
Did you start school yet?
DAY 19 Using the "not that + adjective/adverb" structure
It wasn't that cheap.
DAY 20 Expressing 'quickly/shortly/simply' with the adjective quick
I have a quick question.
DAY 21 Saying 'busy doing ~' with the adjective busy
My husband is always busy working.
DAY 22 Expressing the degree of number or quantity using "Number/Number + Unit + Adjective"
I'm three months pregnant now.
DAY 23 Expressing mood with the noun mood
Good food puts me in a good mood.
DAY 24 Saying 'I had fun' using the noun fun
It was a lot of fun last night.
DAY 25 Expressing 'special days' with the noun occasion
You're wearing a tie.
What's the occasion?
DAY 26 Describing the characteristics of people/objects with "subject + have/has ~"
My husband has a short temper.
DAY 27 Using the "person subject + had + adjective + period" structure
I had a rough week.
DAY 28 Using the personal pronoun they correctly
I don't go to that cafe.
They don't have Wi-Fi.
DAY 29 Requesting/Making Requests Using Ask for
I asked for a window seat.
DAY 30: Expressing 'majoring in ~' with the verb study
I studied math in undergrad.
DAY 31 Asking about progress using the verb go
How did your blind date go?
DAY 32: Expressing "It suits me well" and "It's a perfect match" with the verb "go"
This watch goes well with every outfit.
DAY 33 Expressing 'going to do something' with go -ing
Yesterday we went bowling and had such a blast.
DAY 34 Expressing economic circumstances using the verb afford
We can't afford private school.
DAY 35 Using the Verb Say Appropriately
My app says it's 8 degrees out.
DAY 36 Speak English Like a Native Speaker Using Verbs
Mexican-Indian food? Sounds amazing!
DAY 37 Expressing 'doing something together' using the verb join
Care to join us for a run?
DAY 38 Expressing Transportation with Verbs
I take the subway to work.
DAY 39 Expressing 'taking (transportation)' with the verb catch
I need to go now if I want to catch my train.
DAY 40 Expressing 'attending a class' using the verb 'take'
These days, I'm taking a yoga class.
DAY 41 Expressing Time Required with the Verb Take
How long does it take for you to commute to work?
DAY 42 Expressing Time with the Verb Spend
I spend four hours commuting to work.
DAY 43 Asking about the purpose of a visit using the verb bring
What brings you to Korea?
DAY 44 Expressing 'going to' using the verb head
Where are you headed, sir?
DAY 45 Expressing 'trying' using the verb try
Try this stretch if you have back pain.
DAY 46 Asking about prices or costs with the verb cost
How much does it cost to raise a child?
DAY 47 Using the verb stand to say 'It's hard to bear ~'
I can't stand rush hour traffic.
DAY 48 Expressing 'stopping [cutting off] ~' using the verb quit
I quit Instagram a long time ago.
DAY 49 Expressing 'go' using the verb 'come'
Do you want me to come over to your place?
DAY 50 Making expressions for making reservations using the verb book
They said they are fully booked for tonight.
DAY 51 Using the verb finish in various situations
I can finish this whole pizza by myself.
DAY 52: Saying 'Consider' or 'I'm Thinking About' with the Verb Consider
I am considering starting my own business.
DAY 53: Expressing 'waiting for something that is expected to come' with the verb expect
I'm expecting an important phone call any minute.
DAY 54 Expressing near future events using the present progressive tense
We are having a workshop in January.
DAY 55 Expressing with the past progressive tense (was/were+-ing)
I lost my phone while I was partying last night.
DAY 56 Expressing 'finish ~, finish ~' with 'be done'
I'll call you when I'm done.
DAY 57 Expressing 'meet' with 'get together'
Do you want to get together while I'm on my business trip?
DAY 58 Saying 'Take it easy'
Feel free to leave if you need to go early.
DAY 59: Using "Emotional Adjectives + Infinitives"
I was happy to help.
DAY 60 Expressing with "Interrogative Word + To-Infinitive"
I have no idea what to wear tomorrow.
DAY 61 Saying 'I went to do something and came back' with 'went + to-infinitive'
We went to celebrate my uncle's birthday in Suwon.
DAY 62: Expressing business with "I just wanted + to-infinitive"
I just wanted to know how you're doing.
DAY 63 Saying "I had no choice but to ~" with "had + to-infinitive"
I woke up late, so I had to take a taxi to work.
DAY 64 Expressing "about to ~" with "be about + to-infinitive"
I'm about to leave.
See you soon.
DAY 65 Expressing that you cannot do something due to circumstances or conditions
So you won't be able to hang out until then?
DAY 66 Suggesting with "Why don't we/you just ~?"
Why don't we just stop at the rest stop for 10 minutes?
DAY 67 How do you like ~? to ask if someone likes you
How do you like working on your own?
DAY 68 Asking 'How is/How was ~?' using the preposition like
You went on a blind date? What was he like?
DAY 69 Expressing Intentions with "Feel Like"/"Don't Feel Like"
I don't really feel like eating out tonight.
DAY 70 I'm glad ~ Expressing 'I'm glad ~'
I'm so glad you're finally taking a vacation.
DAY 71 Using OK to Ask for Understanding or Accept a Proposal
I'll come by your place to pick you up at 8, if that's OK with you.
DAY 72 Using mind to ask for or request understanding
Do you mind if we meet in my area this time?
DAY 73 Saying 'continue to ~' using keep -ing
My car keeps making a weird sound.
DAY 74 Saying 'to end up ~' with end up -ing
I just ended up watching Netflix all day.
DAY 75 Speaking indirectly with the have trouble -ing construction
I still have trouble driving on the left.
DAY 76 Saying 'I have ~ in mind' with have ~ in mind
I had a different car in mind, actually.
DAY 77 Expressing '~is awkward/unfamiliar'
I'm not used to waking up so early.
DAY 78: Using the "get+person+thing" construct
I got you an Americano.
DAY 79: Expressing "Being indebted" with "owe + person + noun"
I owe you big time.
DAY 80 Learning the "let me + verb infinitive" structure
Let me go see if we have your size.
DAY 81 Expressing Permission with "let + person + verb infinitive"
My mom won't let me dye my hair.
DAY 82: Using the "Verb + Object + Present Participle (V-ing)" Structure
I feel a cold coming on.
DAY 83 Using the "I can't believe + subject + verb" structure
I can't believe they are getting married.
DAY 84 Expressing Confidence with the "I'm Sure + Subject + Verb" Sentence
I'm sure you will love it.
DAY 85 Expressing Uncertainty with "I'm not sure (if/whether)"
I'm not sure if this is the right way.
DAY 86 Using the "talk to + person + about + (verb) noun" structure
I need to talk to my professor about changing my major.
DAY 87 Learning the "too + adjective + for + (verb) noun" structure
This bar is too loud for good conversation.
DAY 88: Expressing 'enough to do ~' with enough
Are you sure you're going to be warm enough?
DAY 89 Using the comparative expression less
I'm trying to spend less on clothing.
DAY 90: Using the "When was the last time ~?" Sentence
When was the last time you slept really well?
DAY 91 Expressing "I think + subject + verb"
I think we're on a one-way street.
DAY 92 Asking indirectly with "Do you think + subject + verb?"
Do you think you can get off work early today?
DAY 93: Using the "What makes you think ~?" phrase
What makes you think I want to get married?
DAY 94 That explains why ~ Saying 'I understand'
That explains why Japanese people live so long.
DAY 95 Using "if you want" when making suggestions
You can crash on my couch, if you want.
DAY 96 If you ever say 'if you ever ~'
If you ever need a babysitter, feel free to let me know.
DAY 97 Suggesting with "Do you want me + to-infinitive?"
Do you want me to grab you anything?
DAY 98 Saying 'during ~, I did not do...' with the present perfect negative
I haven't been to the gym in a while.
DAY 99 Assume the opposite of the current fact or express a remote possibility
If I won the lottery, I'd buy a house in Hawaii.
DAY 100 I wish ~ to express the opposite of reality or regret
I really wish I could be there.
Structure and features of this book
How to use this book
Learning Planner
DAY 1: Correcting Misunderstandings and Apologizing Using the Verb Mean
I didn't mean it.
DAY 2: Accept the other person's offer with a "That'd be great."
That'd be great.
Thanks.
DAY 3 My bad ~ Admit your mistakes or faults
My bad.
I messaged the wrong person.
DAY 4: Take back what you just said with never mind
Never mind, I found them.
DAY 5: Practicing Expressions for Ordering Food
Can I get a cup of mint tea, please?
DAY 6 Expressing the passage of time/time required with the preposition in
I'll call you back in 5 minutes.
DAY 7 Expressing the state of wearing something with the preposition in
You look sharp in that suit.
DAY 8: Expressing 'Eat ~ for breakfast/lunch/dinner' with the preposition for
What did you have for lunch today?
DAY 9 Expressing Purpose with the Preposition for
Why don't you stay for dinner?
DAY 10 Expressing Concisely with Prepositional Phrases
I usually don't eat before the gym.
DAY 11 Expressing 'paying money for' with pay for
Who's paying for all this?
DAY 12 Expressing 'during' with "over + period"
I went to Mexico over spring break.
DAY 13 Properly Using Both to Refer to 'Both'
They both look good on you.
DAY 14 Me neither. to counter the other person's statement (negative sentence)
I don't really like seafood.
? Me neither.
DAY 15 Using the adverb again when reconfirming information
What's your MBTI again?
DAY 16: Expressing the feeling of "not really" with "Not really."
Not really.
I'm just browsing.
DAY 17 Expressing 'often' and 'a lot' with the adverb 'a lot'
I travel a lot for business.
DAY 18 Using the adverb yet to say, "Have you done it by now?"
Did you start school yet?
DAY 19 Using the "not that + adjective/adverb" structure
It wasn't that cheap.
DAY 20 Expressing 'quickly/shortly/simply' with the adjective quick
I have a quick question.
DAY 21 Saying 'busy doing ~' with the adjective busy
My husband is always busy working.
DAY 22 Expressing the degree of number or quantity using "Number/Number + Unit + Adjective"
I'm three months pregnant now.
DAY 23 Expressing mood with the noun mood
Good food puts me in a good mood.
DAY 24 Saying 'I had fun' using the noun fun
It was a lot of fun last night.
DAY 25 Expressing 'special days' with the noun occasion
You're wearing a tie.
What's the occasion?
DAY 26 Describing the characteristics of people/objects with "subject + have/has ~"
My husband has a short temper.
DAY 27 Using the "person subject + had + adjective + period" structure
I had a rough week.
DAY 28 Using the personal pronoun they correctly
I don't go to that cafe.
They don't have Wi-Fi.
DAY 29 Requesting/Making Requests Using Ask for
I asked for a window seat.
DAY 30: Expressing 'majoring in ~' with the verb study
I studied math in undergrad.
DAY 31 Asking about progress using the verb go
How did your blind date go?
DAY 32: Expressing "It suits me well" and "It's a perfect match" with the verb "go"
This watch goes well with every outfit.
DAY 33 Expressing 'going to do something' with go -ing
Yesterday we went bowling and had such a blast.
DAY 34 Expressing economic circumstances using the verb afford
We can't afford private school.
DAY 35 Using the Verb Say Appropriately
My app says it's 8 degrees out.
DAY 36 Speak English Like a Native Speaker Using Verbs
Mexican-Indian food? Sounds amazing!
DAY 37 Expressing 'doing something together' using the verb join
Care to join us for a run?
DAY 38 Expressing Transportation with Verbs
I take the subway to work.
DAY 39 Expressing 'taking (transportation)' with the verb catch
I need to go now if I want to catch my train.
DAY 40 Expressing 'attending a class' using the verb 'take'
These days, I'm taking a yoga class.
DAY 41 Expressing Time Required with the Verb Take
How long does it take for you to commute to work?
DAY 42 Expressing Time with the Verb Spend
I spend four hours commuting to work.
DAY 43 Asking about the purpose of a visit using the verb bring
What brings you to Korea?
DAY 44 Expressing 'going to' using the verb head
Where are you headed, sir?
DAY 45 Expressing 'trying' using the verb try
Try this stretch if you have back pain.
DAY 46 Asking about prices or costs with the verb cost
How much does it cost to raise a child?
DAY 47 Using the verb stand to say 'It's hard to bear ~'
I can't stand rush hour traffic.
DAY 48 Expressing 'stopping [cutting off] ~' using the verb quit
I quit Instagram a long time ago.
DAY 49 Expressing 'go' using the verb 'come'
Do you want me to come over to your place?
DAY 50 Making expressions for making reservations using the verb book
They said they are fully booked for tonight.
DAY 51 Using the verb finish in various situations
I can finish this whole pizza by myself.
DAY 52: Saying 'Consider' or 'I'm Thinking About' with the Verb Consider
I am considering starting my own business.
DAY 53: Expressing 'waiting for something that is expected to come' with the verb expect
I'm expecting an important phone call any minute.
DAY 54 Expressing near future events using the present progressive tense
We are having a workshop in January.
DAY 55 Expressing with the past progressive tense (was/were+-ing)
I lost my phone while I was partying last night.
DAY 56 Expressing 'finish ~, finish ~' with 'be done'
I'll call you when I'm done.
DAY 57 Expressing 'meet' with 'get together'
Do you want to get together while I'm on my business trip?
DAY 58 Saying 'Take it easy'
Feel free to leave if you need to go early.
DAY 59: Using "Emotional Adjectives + Infinitives"
I was happy to help.
DAY 60 Expressing with "Interrogative Word + To-Infinitive"
I have no idea what to wear tomorrow.
DAY 61 Saying 'I went to do something and came back' with 'went + to-infinitive'
We went to celebrate my uncle's birthday in Suwon.
DAY 62: Expressing business with "I just wanted + to-infinitive"
I just wanted to know how you're doing.
DAY 63 Saying "I had no choice but to ~" with "had + to-infinitive"
I woke up late, so I had to take a taxi to work.
DAY 64 Expressing "about to ~" with "be about + to-infinitive"
I'm about to leave.
See you soon.
DAY 65 Expressing that you cannot do something due to circumstances or conditions
So you won't be able to hang out until then?
DAY 66 Suggesting with "Why don't we/you just ~?"
Why don't we just stop at the rest stop for 10 minutes?
DAY 67 How do you like ~? to ask if someone likes you
How do you like working on your own?
DAY 68 Asking 'How is/How was ~?' using the preposition like
You went on a blind date? What was he like?
DAY 69 Expressing Intentions with "Feel Like"/"Don't Feel Like"
I don't really feel like eating out tonight.
DAY 70 I'm glad ~ Expressing 'I'm glad ~'
I'm so glad you're finally taking a vacation.
DAY 71 Using OK to Ask for Understanding or Accept a Proposal
I'll come by your place to pick you up at 8, if that's OK with you.
DAY 72 Using mind to ask for or request understanding
Do you mind if we meet in my area this time?
DAY 73 Saying 'continue to ~' using keep -ing
My car keeps making a weird sound.
DAY 74 Saying 'to end up ~' with end up -ing
I just ended up watching Netflix all day.
DAY 75 Speaking indirectly with the have trouble -ing construction
I still have trouble driving on the left.
DAY 76 Saying 'I have ~ in mind' with have ~ in mind
I had a different car in mind, actually.
DAY 77 Expressing '~is awkward/unfamiliar'
I'm not used to waking up so early.
DAY 78: Using the "get+person+thing" construct
I got you an Americano.
DAY 79: Expressing "Being indebted" with "owe + person + noun"
I owe you big time.
DAY 80 Learning the "let me + verb infinitive" structure
Let me go see if we have your size.
DAY 81 Expressing Permission with "let + person + verb infinitive"
My mom won't let me dye my hair.
DAY 82: Using the "Verb + Object + Present Participle (V-ing)" Structure
I feel a cold coming on.
DAY 83 Using the "I can't believe + subject + verb" structure
I can't believe they are getting married.
DAY 84 Expressing Confidence with the "I'm Sure + Subject + Verb" Sentence
I'm sure you will love it.
DAY 85 Expressing Uncertainty with "I'm not sure (if/whether)"
I'm not sure if this is the right way.
DAY 86 Using the "talk to + person + about + (verb) noun" structure
I need to talk to my professor about changing my major.
DAY 87 Learning the "too + adjective + for + (verb) noun" structure
This bar is too loud for good conversation.
DAY 88: Expressing 'enough to do ~' with enough
Are you sure you're going to be warm enough?
DAY 89 Using the comparative expression less
I'm trying to spend less on clothing.
DAY 90: Using the "When was the last time ~?" Sentence
When was the last time you slept really well?
DAY 91 Expressing "I think + subject + verb"
I think we're on a one-way street.
DAY 92 Asking indirectly with "Do you think + subject + verb?"
Do you think you can get off work early today?
DAY 93: Using the "What makes you think ~?" phrase
What makes you think I want to get married?
DAY 94 That explains why ~ Saying 'I understand'
That explains why Japanese people live so long.
DAY 95 Using "if you want" when making suggestions
You can crash on my couch, if you want.
DAY 96 If you ever say 'if you ever ~'
If you ever need a babysitter, feel free to let me know.
DAY 97 Suggesting with "Do you want me + to-infinitive?"
Do you want me to grab you anything?
DAY 98 Saying 'during ~, I did not do...' with the present perfect negative
I haven't been to the gym in a while.
DAY 99 Assume the opposite of the current fact or express a remote possibility
If I won the lottery, I'd buy a house in Hawaii.
DAY 100 I wish ~ to express the opposite of reality or regret
I really wish I could be there.
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Publisher's Review
Escaping from beginner English is no longer a dream!
The best companion to change your English!
"I studied English so hard, so why can't I speak it?"
“I have a burning desire to improve my English, but I don’t know where to start.”
These two concerns that many learners face while learning English are now over.
"Kim Jae-woo's Basic English Conversation 100" provides a clear guide to those who have been frustrated or lost at the beginning of their English learning journey, allowing them to start anew from scratch.
The author, who understands better than anyone else the differences between Koreans' English learning patterns and native speaker expressions, considered the following three principles as the most important principles in writing this book.
1.
Express your thoughts clearly using simple words
2.
Speak English naturally using short, concise sentences
3.
Use highly versatile expressions that native speakers use on a daily basis.
"Kim Jae-woo's Basic English Conversation 100" provides practical help and confidence to learners who have struggled to speak English.
This book will be an invaluable guide for those who want to learn English but are hesitant because they don't know where to start, those who have been frustrated because they can't speak despite studying for a long time, and all learners who want to learn English that can be used practically in everyday life.
With this book, even beginners can feel confident and use English effectively in real-life situations, and experience the moment when their mouths open and their ears open right from the start.
After 100 days, by the time you finish this book, you'll be confident in speaking English and will be able to use expressions that come out naturally in real-life situations.
Let's take the first step toward escaping from beginner level English right now.
You'll soon hear native speakers say, "Your English is 'impressive'!"
The best companion to change your English!
"I studied English so hard, so why can't I speak it?"
“I have a burning desire to improve my English, but I don’t know where to start.”
These two concerns that many learners face while learning English are now over.
"Kim Jae-woo's Basic English Conversation 100" provides a clear guide to those who have been frustrated or lost at the beginning of their English learning journey, allowing them to start anew from scratch.
The author, who understands better than anyone else the differences between Koreans' English learning patterns and native speaker expressions, considered the following three principles as the most important principles in writing this book.
1.
Express your thoughts clearly using simple words
2.
Speak English naturally using short, concise sentences
3.
Use highly versatile expressions that native speakers use on a daily basis.
"Kim Jae-woo's Basic English Conversation 100" provides practical help and confidence to learners who have struggled to speak English.
This book will be an invaluable guide for those who want to learn English but are hesitant because they don't know where to start, those who have been frustrated because they can't speak despite studying for a long time, and all learners who want to learn English that can be used practically in everyday life.
With this book, even beginners can feel confident and use English effectively in real-life situations, and experience the moment when their mouths open and their ears open right from the start.
After 100 days, by the time you finish this book, you'll be confident in speaking English and will be able to use expressions that come out naturally in real-life situations.
Let's take the first step toward escaping from beginner level English right now.
You'll soon hear native speakers say, "Your English is 'impressive'!"
GOODS SPECIFICS
- Date of issue: December 4, 2024
- Page count, weight, size: 256 pages | 448g | 152*215*16mm
- ISBN13: 9791198854384
- ISBN10: 1198854383
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