TALKING ABOUT CLOTHES

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VIDEO TRANSCRIPTION
PART 1
SALESWOMAN : hello how can I help you ?
SIMON : hello I’m looking for a blazer. I like this one but I need a black one.
SALESWOMAN : what size do you need ?
SIMON : I need medium size please
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SALESWOMAN : does it fit ?
SIMON : the sleeves aren’t long enough and the blazer is too short. And it’s
too tight around the shoulders. It seems too small !
SALESWOMAN : I’ll bring you another size
SIMON : this one is too big and too loose.
SALESWOMAN : then would you like to try something else ?
SIMON : yes I would like to try some shoes too. This is
my favourite design and colour. Let’s see if they fit !
They fit perfectly but I’m afraid they’re too expensive.
SALESWOMAN : I forgot to mention we have a
discount at these shoes today.
SIMON : oh I’m glad to hear that. I’ll take them !
PART 2
SIMON : hi
JENNY : oh hi ! Do you like my dress ?
SIMON : well yes but I’m afraid it’s not suitable for a birthday party. Try
something else less elegant.
JENNY : OK I’ll be right back ! Is it better now ?
SIMON : oh well…not quite your outfit is too casual ! Try something nicer,
a little more elegant than this !
JENNY : OK then I’ll try something different ! What do you say about this
outfit ?
SIMON : I like this style ! It’s perfect ! You look amazing ! This is the right
outfit for the party ! Let’s go !
PART 3
ISABELLA : So what do you think ? Does this blouse look good on me ?
ASHLEY : I think it suits you it’s a beautiful colour !
ISABELLA : mmm it looks beautiful but it is too tight, I don’t feel
comfortable in it ! I think I’m going to try something else. What about this
one ?
ASHLEY : I think this one is a bit old fashion and faded. It doesn’t suit you !
ISABELLA : you’re right I don’t like it either ! Waow look at this one I love
it !
ASHLEY : You have a classic look. And the white collar is in style now !

PART 4
NATHAN : I love this costume party ! You have a very cute costume
Emma !
EMMA : I’m glad you like it ! It’s a witch costume !
PAMELA : I love your red hat ! It suits you, It goes well with your scarf and
your skirt !
EMMA : thank you and you must be a princess right ?
PAMELA : exactly !
EMMA : is pink your favourite colour ?
PAMELA : yes
EMMA : it matches your blue eyes
PAMELA : what about you Nathan ? What are you wearing ?
NATHAN : I’m a scientist. I’m wearing a white lab coat and black rubber
gloves.
PAMELA : your messy hair is very funny but are you comfortable with
those gloves ?
NATHAN : yes they’re pretty stretchy so I’m OK with them
What are you wearing Jane ?
JANE : I’m wearing a pirate costume !
This colourful outfit looks lovely.
JANE : Thank you have a nice outfit too ! Your necklace and headband look
fantastic ! I’m glad you like it !
JANE : And you are so elegant Brian !
BRIAN : that’s because I’m a prince !
PART 5
CINDY : Come on dress up ! We have to go to the school celebration
STEVEN : OK mum !
CINDY : No you can’t go like that ! You need to dress up. Put on a beautiful
shirt and a bow tie. Go and get changed !
CINDY : That’s perfect ! I love your outfit now ! You look so handsome !
PART 6
JESSICA : Hi Sarah ! What a surprise ! You look so flashy today ! You wear
bright colours
SARAH : I love the flashy style ! Do you like it ?
JESSICA : well I prefer a plain style. I like wearing black and grey. Flashy
colours would never work on me ! But I think they look good on you !
SARAH : thanks ! It’s important to feel comfortable with your clothes ! Well
it was nice seeing you ! I have to go now !
JESSICA : nice seeing you too ! Have a great day !
SARAH : you too !
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GRAMMAR
Comment dire en Anglais :
- Qu’on cherche un vêtement I’m looking for a black shirt
- Qu’on cherche une taille Can I have the next size up/down ?
- Sa taille- I’m size M
- Son ressenti sur un vêtement it feels tight !
- Son appréciation d’un vêtement it looks really nice
- Que cela va bien avec quelque chose it maches your eyes
- Que l’on veut essayer Can I try it on ?
- Que cela va ou non pour la taille it fits me well/ it doesn’t fit well
- Que l’on a besoin de quelque chose I need a white tee-shirt
- Que l’on porte un vêtement I’m wearing a blue jumper
Pour parler du style les Anglais vont plutôt utiliser le verbe SUIT
Ex : it suits you perfectly (cela te va à ravir) (STYLE)
Pour parler de la taille on utilisera plutôt le verbe FIT
Ex : it fits you perfectly (cela te va à ravir) (TAILLE)
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QUESTIONS
1- Relever les mots et expressions et classer les dans le
tableau suivant. N’oublie pas de noter la traduction entre
parenthèse pour chacun des éléments.

CLOTHES

STYLE

SIZE

2- Trouve les phrases suivantes en ANGLAIS dans la

transcription
Quelle taille recherchez-vous ?
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Ça va au niveau de la taille ?
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Les manches ne sont pas assez
longues._______________________________________
Je vous apporte une autre
taille :______________________________________________
Voyons voir si cela me va ?
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J’ai bien peur que ça ne convienne pas pour une fête d’anniversaire
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C’est la bonne tenue pour la fête
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3- GLOBAL UNDERSTANDING (répondre aux questions en

Anglais)
PART 1 What is Simon looking for ? How does the first blazer fit ?
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What else does Simon buy in the end ?
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PART 2 What does Simon think of Jenny’s dress ?
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PART 3 What’s Ashley’s opinion about Isabella’s blouse ?
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PART 4 What does Pamela think of Emma’s costume ?
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PART 5 What type of clothes does Cindy want for her son for the school
celebration ?
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PART 6 What sort of clothes do Jessica and Sarah like ?
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4- EXPRESSION
Imagine you are a client in a store. Explain what you’re looking for exactly
and for what occasion. Ask about colours, size, materials. Expression your
feeling about each item that you try.
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5- GO FURTHER (here is a list of vocabulary to help you !)

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