Scenario: Telling Someone to Move
Conversation : 1
BeginnerBest Practice
Passenger: Excuse me, could you please move a little?
Co-passenger: Oh, sorry, I didn’t realize I was blocking your way.
Passenger: No problem! Thank you for moving.
Co-passenger: You're welcome. Sorry again for the inconvenience.
Passenger: It’s alright, thanks again!
Co-passenger: Anytime!
Examples
1: excuse
Meaning: Used to politely ask someone to move or pay attention.
Sentences Using excuse for better understanding
1 .Excuse me, I need to get through.
2 .Excuse me, can I pass by?
3 .Excuse me, could you please move a bit?
2: inconvenience
Meaning: A situation that causes trouble or difficulty.
Sentences Using inconvenience for better understanding
1 .Sorry for the inconvenience.
2 .I hope this doesn’t cause any inconvenience.
3 .Thank you for your patience despite the inconvenience.
Conversation : 2
IntermediateBest Practice
Passenger: Excuse me, could you please step aside? I need to get off at the next stop.
Co-passenger: Oh, sure, I’m sorry for blocking your way.
Passenger: Thanks for understanding!
Co-passenger: No worries! I’ll make some space for you.
Passenger: I appreciate it. Have a nice day!
Co-passenger: You too! Safe travels.
Examples
1: step aside
Meaning: To move to one side to allow someone else to pass.
Sentences Using step aside for better understanding
1 .Could you step aside, please? I need to get through.
2 .Step aside, I’ll let you go first.
3 .Please step aside, I’m trying to get out.
2: understanding
Meaning: The ability to comprehend or be sympathetic to someone’s situation.
Sentences Using understanding for better understanding
1 .Thanks for your understanding in this situation.
2 .I appreciate your understanding as I need to move.
3 .Thanks for being so understanding about my request.
Conversation : 3
ProBest Practice
Passenger: Sorry to bother you, but could you move a bit? I need some space to stand.
Co-passenger: Oh, absolutely! I’m sorry for taking up too much space.
Passenger: Thank you so much for making room.
Co-passenger: No problem at all! I should’ve been more mindful.
Passenger: I appreciate it. It’s a little crowded today, isn’t it?
Co-passenger: Yes, it definitely is. But we’ll get through it!
Examples
1: bother
Meaning: To cause inconvenience or trouble to someone.
Sentences Using bother for better understanding
1 .Sorry to bother you, but could you please move a little?
2 .I didn’t mean to bother you with my request.
3 .I hope I’m not bothering you by asking for some space.
2: mindful
Meaning: Being conscious or aware of something.
Sentences Using mindful for better understanding
1 .Please be mindful of your belongings.
2 .Let’s be mindful of other passengers around us.
3 .It’s important to be mindful of personal space on crowded buses.