Scenario: Finding a Lost Pet
Conversation : 1
BeginnerBest Practice
Person A: I saw a lost dog earlier. It was running around the park.
Person B: Oh no! Did you manage to find its owner?
Person A: Not yet. I was thinking of calling the park staff to help.
Person B: That sounds like a good idea. They can help find the owner quickly.
Person A: I hope the dog is okay. I’ll keep an eye out for any signs.
Person B: I’m sure the owner will come looking for it soon.
Examples
1: lost
Meaning: Unable to find one’s way or misplacing something.
Sentences Using lost for better understanding
1 .I found a lost dog near the playground.
2 .The dog looked confused and lost, so I took it to the staff.
3 .It’s sad when pets get lost. I hope it’s reunited with its owner soon.
2: owner
Meaning: A person who has legal possession of something, in this case, a pet.
Sentences Using owner for better understanding
1 .The dog’s owner must be looking for it right now.
2 .I asked around to see if anyone knew the dog’s owner.
3 .We should wait near the park entrance in case the owner comes looking.
Conversation : 2
IntermediateBest Practice
Person A: I think I saw a lost cat near the fountain. It was meowing loudly.
Person B: Oh no! Did you see if it had a collar or any ID tags?
Person A: No, it didn’t have a collar. I think it might be lost.
Person B: That’s concerning. Maybe we should inform the park security.
Person A: I agree. They can put up signs to help find the owner.
Person B: Good idea. Hopefully, the owner will see the signs and come looking.
Examples
1: security
Meaning: People or measures taken to keep a place safe and secure.
Sentences Using security for better understanding
1 .The park security will know how to handle lost pets.
2 .We can ask security to make an announcement about the lost pet.
3 .The park security is always helpful when pets go missing.
2: signs
Meaning: Public notices or announcements displayed to give information.
Sentences Using signs for better understanding
1 .We can put up signs at the entrance to let people know about the lost pet.
2 .The park staff will put up signs to help find the lost dog.
3 .I hope the owner sees the signs and comes to pick up their pet.
Conversation : 3
ProBest Practice
Person A: I noticed a lost parrot near the picnic area. It was perched on a bench.
Person B: That’s unusual. Did you try to catch it?
Person A: I didn’t want to scare it, but I did try to get its attention.
Person B: I’m sure the owner is missing it. We should notify the park’s lost and found immediately.
Person A: Yes, I’ll also ask nearby visitors if they’ve seen anyone looking for a parrot.
Person B: That’s a great plan. The more people who know about the lost pet, the better.
Examples
1: perched
Meaning: Sitting or resting in a high position, typically on something.
Sentences Using perched for better understanding
1 .The parrot perched on the bench and looked around.
2 .I saw a bird perched on the tree, it seemed lost too.
3 .The cat perched on the window sill, watching the people below.
2: notified
Meaning: To inform someone about something.
Sentences Using notified for better understanding
1 .I notified the park staff about the lost dog right away.
2 .The lost pet was quickly notified to the park's lost and found team.
3 .I notified the visitors nearby in case they had seen the pet’s owner.