What another way to call a new business?
a start-up
gradable or ungradable? adjectives that can exist in different strengths
gradable
Key expressions. Complete the phrase for changing the subject: "That's actually the r______ why I'm c_______"
"That's actually the reason why I'm calling."
Key expressions. Complete the phrase for asking about life... "How's l___ t________ you?"
How's life treating you?
gradable or ungradable? adjective -> outrageous
ungradable
These studies show there is a _____ in the market for this product.
gap
Key expressions. Complete the phrase for greeting an old friend "I'm not sure if ___ r_______ ___"
"I'm not sure if you remember me..."
Present perfect simple and continuous. "I' ______ (try) to call her all day"
I've been trying to call her all day
gradable or upgradable? adjective -> impossible
ungradable
Key expressions. Complete the phrase for responding to a request: "I'm afraid I don't have any s_____ t_____"
spare time
gradable or ungradable? adjective -> wonderful
ungradable
what kind of stores are this?
an outlet
Key expressions. Complete the phrase for responding to a request: "Let's ____ about that o_____ d_____"
"Let's chat about that over dinner"
gradable or ungradable? adjetive -> kind
gradable
gradable or ungradable? adjective -> difficult
gradable
Present perfect simple and continuous. "Sam _______ (read) your report" (he finished)
"Sam has read your report."
Key expressions. Complete the phrase for greeting an old friend: "I haven't seen you ____ a_____!"
I haven't seen you for ages!
Key expressions. Complete the phrase for asking about work... "How's b______ with you?"
How's business with you?
an amount of money for investing for a particular purpose
investment fund
Present perfect simple and continuous. "I've ______(learn) English for 5 years."
I've been learning English for 5 years
Key expressions. Complete the phrase for responding to a request: "I'll certainly t____ _____ it"
"I'll certainly think about it"
Beyond the start, a flawed business______ may still mean that the company has no future.
business model
Gradable or upgradable? Adjetive -> good
gradable
What is this?
a pop-up stall
Key expressions. Complete the phrase for changing the subject: "B_ ___ _____, could you do me a favor?"
"By the way, could you do me a favor?"
gradable or ungradable? adjective that describe qualities that already express an extreme or limit
ungradable
Key expressions. Complete the phrase for responding to a request: "Sure, ____ me the d_____!"
"Sure, send me the details"
Present perfect simple and continuous. "How long _______ (know) Karla?"
"How long have you known Karla?"
Key expressions. Complete the phrase for responding to a request: "Can I g__ _____ to you on that?"
get back
a person who attempts to make a profit by starting a company or by operating alone in the business world, esp. when it involves taking risks
an entrepreneur
Key expressions. Complete the phrase for greeting an old friend: "It's l____ to h_____ from you"
"It's lovely to hear from you!"