Dictation Answers
Short Dictations: 1 Questions
Will you be here on Sunday?
How do I get to Union Station from here?
Is it always warm here at this time of year?
You're going to the grocery store first, aren't you?
When is a good time to call? I don't want to wake your kids.
Short Dictations: 2 Numbers and Letters
The phone number here is 467-8876.
My license plate is B2CR4F. That's B as in Bob 2CR4F as in Frank.
Your total bill is forty-nine dollars and twelve cents.
Sorry, did you say seventeen or seventy?
My son's date of birth is September 21st, 2001.
Short Dictations: 3 People
Brian McDonald is now on the board of directors.
My neighbour is the one wearing the red leather jacket.
neighbour = BrE, neighbor = AmE
Mrs. Harrison is taking over as VP.
Why don't you ask your niece to babysit Charlie?
I'd like to speak to a manager or supervisor, please.
Short Dictations: 4 Places and Weather
The mailbox is just behind the big water fountain.
Turn left on Duncan Avenue and you will see the bus station.
I can't wait to go back. The scenery was breathtaking.
It poured for the whole walking tour.
Our offices have moved to the downtown core.
Short Dictations: 5 Commands and Requests
Don't forget to close the door when you leave.
Would you mind delivering this package for me?
Let these dry before you try moving them anywhere.
Please give us a call to let us know you've arrived safely.
Call for assistance if you have any trouble whatsoever.
Short Dictations: 6 Common Expressions
It's been so long since I've seen you.
Nice day out, isn't it?
What are you up to today?
I'll talk to you again soon.
Work has been so busy lately.
Short Dictations: 7 Quantities
I need three stacks of regular printer paper and four boxes of blue pens.
Let's order a few large pepperoni pizzas and at least one small vegetarian.
The recipe calls for a cup and a half of flour and two tablespoons of sugar.
Gas prices are about 12% lower than they were two months ago.
In my opinion they should sell smaller portions at a reduced price.
Short Dictations: 8 Currency
The total cost of the package is $38.50, taxes included.
There was a loss of 2 million euros in this quarter alone.
The Canadian dollar is currently at 81 cents and is expected to fall further.
The British pound is made up of 100 pence, just like the dollar is divided in cents.
Don't forget to do the conversion when you calculate your income.
Short Dictations: 9 Telephone
Hello, may I speak with Mr. or Mrs. Davidson?
I'm afraid Maria is out at the moment.
Would you like to leave a message?
I'll call back another time, thank you.
I'm going to have to let you go now.
Short Dictations: 10 Quotes
"Always laugh when you can. It is cheap medicine." Lord Byron
"What saves a man is to take a step. Then another step." CS Lewis
"I want you to be concerned about your next door neighbor. Do you know your next door neighbor?" Mother Teresa
"Efforts and courage are not enough without purpose and direction." John F. Kennedy
"Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment." Buddha
