Saying Thank You 道谢 When someone invites you for dinner, you can bring flowers,candy or a bottle of wine. Sometimes people send a thank you note to the host or hostess a few days after the event. 1.A: I’d better be going. B: So soon? Why don’t you stay a little longer? A: I wish I could, but it’s already late. B: Oh, it’s a shame that you have to leave. A: Thank you for a wonderful meal. B: I’m glad you enjoyed it. 2.A: I really must be going now. B: But you just got here. Can’t you stay a little longer? A: That’s very nice of you, but I really can’t. B: Well, it’s too bad that you have to go. A: Thanks very much. It was a great party! B: It was our pleasure. 3.A: I think it’s about time we got going. B: What? Already? Won’t you have more coffee? A: I’d love to, but I have to get up early tomorrow. B: Oh! I’m sorry. I wish you could stay. A: Thank you for a very enjoyable evening. B: Don’t mention it. I hope you can come again soon. 4.A: I really should be on my way. B: Oh, not yet! At least have one for the road. A: No. Thanks all the same. B: Well, I’m sorry you have to leave so early. A: Thank you very much. We really had a good time. B: Well, thank you for coming.