DIRECTIONS: Read the dialogues below in English, then translate them and read them in your primary language (if needed). You’re encouraged to read these dialogues with your teacher, tutor, colleagues, family, and friends to practice and improve your American English even further.
Topic: Feeling Under the Weather
Dialogue 1
Lucy: Hi, Tom. You look exhausted today. Are you feeling okay?
Tom: No, I think I might be coming down with something. I’ve been feeling a bit under the weather.
Lucy: Oh no, that isn’t very good. You may take some time off work and rest for a few days.
Tom: Yeah, that’s probably a good idea. I feel so run-down and lacking in energy all the time.
Lucy: Have you seen a doctor yet? They might be able to give you something to help get rid of your cold.
Tom: Not yet, but I will book an appointment later this afternoon. Hopefully, they can do something.
Lucy: Definitely. It’s important not to push yourself too hard when feeling sick. Take some time for yourself and focus on getting better.
Tom: Thanks, Lucy. I appreciate your concern.
Lucy: Of course. Let me know if there’s anything I can do to help out.
Tom: Will do. Thanks again.
Dialogue 2
Sophie: Hey, Sarah. You don’t look so good. Are you feeling okay?
Sarah: No, I’m not. I’ve been feeling under the weather for a few days now.
Sophie: Oh no! Have you seen a doctor or taken any medicine?
Sarah: Yeah, I took some paracetamol yesterday and rested all day in bed.
Sophie: Do you have symptoms of flu or cold?
Sarah: No, not really. Just feeling sick and tired all the time. And a lack of energy to do anything.
Sophie: Maybe you should take another day off work and rest again today.
Sarah: Yeah, that’s a good idea. The boss won’t be happy, though.
Sophie: Don’t worry about it. Your health is more important than your job. It’s better to recover fully before going back to work.
Sarah: That’s true. Thanks for understanding, Sophie.
Sophie: Of course. Let me know if you need anything.
Sarah: Will do. Thanks again.
