English Conversation

Making dates and appointments 53

No problem

No problem can mean that a request is accepted.

Is it OK if I come in late tomorrow?

I have a doctor’s appointment.

No problem.

No problem can also be used as a reply to an expression of thanks. An alternative expression

with the same meaning is you’re welcome.

Thanks so much for fixing my flat tire. No problem.

Excuse me, you dropped your wallet. Oh, thank you! You’re welcome.

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EXERCISE

Fill in each blank with the appropriate preposition (in, on, at).

1. The game is Fairfax High School, the gymnasium, Saturday
   eight o’clock the evening.


2. Our wedding is November Springfield Country Club.


3. The inauguration is 2013 the Capitol Washington, D.C.


4. The dinner is Friday six o’clock the evening Emily’s
   restaurant the back room.


5. The show is July 24 one o’clock the afternoon the art
   gallery Jefferson Avenue Leesville.

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EXERCISE

Express the following using modal verbs or their alternatives.

1. (You are a student.) Ask your teacher for permission to leave the classroom.


2. (You are a teacher.) Tell your students that they are not allowed to leave the classroom.


3. Ask your friend if it is important for him to work today.


4. (You are the boss.) Tell your employee that she is obligated to work tomorrow.


5. (You are sick.) Ask your doctor for her advice about when to take the medicine she
   prescribed.