Do the preparation task first. Then read the text and tips and do the exercises.
Preparation
Aziz
I'm running 10 mins late, sorry!
No problem!
Aargh! Traffic is really bad. I'll be more than 10 mins late now, sorry again!!
It's OK, don't worry. I'm in the café already so it's fine
This is not my day! I'm here but can't find a place to park. I'm looking for a different car park. Not sure how long I'll be
OK, LMK when you find a place
I might get something to eat tho
Of course! I'll be as quick as I can
OK!
Found one! Be there in 10 mins
Well done! See you soon
Thx for waiting
Tips
1. You don't need to write complete sentences for text messages.
2. Use abbreviations like LMK (= let me know) or use emojis to save time writing.
3. You don't need to use full stops (.) at the end of messages.
4. Say how many minutes you think you'll need, e.g. I'm running 10 minutes late.
5. It’s good to say sorry and sorry again, but you don't need to say sorry in every message.
Unfortunately, I'm often late. It's because I've got a fear to be earlier) When I tell late I mean fifteen mins or more
I always on time
Honestly I usually late 😅 and that's depends on the traffic stuck but really I'm trying to change this habit
I consider myself as a punctual person. However, since I’ve had kids, I am sometimes late. That's why I plan my journeys to meetings in advance, allowing myself an extra 10-15 mins to ensure I arrive on time or a little earlier.
I personally believe that being 5 mins or more late is considered tardy. For many people time is a limited resource and we must handle it carefully. However, life happens, and there are always traffic jams, unexpected incidents, and unpredictable events. It's fine to be occasionally late, IMHO :)
Hi all!
I'm a punctual person, I hate when I'm or other are late. been in time is a sign of respect to others. Also to be in time, you must been aware to not get stuck in traffic.
I try not be late and I don't like when people are late.
I might be late if im in a stressful mood.
I always on time. Because that is one of my habit and also be my responsibility :)
Every morning I'm late, I really need to change my alarm.
For me, punctuality is one the most important quality, therefore, I always prepare to arrive on time at the meetings. But, sometimes, the traffic, accidents or city problems, ruin my schedule. It´s awfull, I hate to give excuses for arrive late.
(If you see any mistakes in my writting, please tell me, I will be very grateful)