- You’re too kind (Formal) (Compliment: The dinner was delicious)
- Thank you for saying so (Compliment: You did a fine job on the report)
- I appreciate the compliment (Compliment: That’s a beautiful belt!)
- Thank you. I’m glad you like it (Compliment: Your hair looks nice)
- Thank you. I’m glad you enjoyed it (Compliment: The cake was wonderful)
- Thank you. I’m glad you think so (Compliment: Your car drives great!)
- Thanks. I like your _________, too. (Return the compliment)
Robert: You really have beautiful eyes, Barbara. I’ve never seen such a gorgeous shade of blue
Barbara: Thank you, Robert. That’s a nice compliment.
Abdulla: Gosh, you look great, Beverly! Have you lost weight?
Beverly: That’s nice of you to notice- I’ve lost about ten pounds, but I still need to lose another 5 or 6.
Gene: Your new hairstyle is terrifice, Cindy!
Cindy: Thanks, Gene. I think I’ve finally found a style that looks decent and is easy to handle.
Pat: I didn’t know you could play the guitar so well, Nak. Your song was lovely!
Nak: Thanks, Pat. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Yumi: Joe, your backhand is getting stronger every time we play!
Joe: Do you really think so? I’ve been practicing every day, and I’m pleased you can see an improvement.
Maxine: Bud, your photographs are unbelievable! I really wish you’d give me some advice to help my pictures come out better. [Asking for someone’s help, advice or suggestions on something that person is good at is a type of compliment itself]
Bud: Thank you, Maxine. I’m not sure how much help I can be, but I’d be glad to give you a few tips.
José: You know, Jack, your English is much better than most Americans’.
Jack: Thanks, José, but really mine’s not so good. I make a lot of mistakes — like most people.
José: But you really understand the rules of grammar better than most people. And you’re so patient with people — like with my Spanish friends. When they’re visiting and they ask you a question you take the time to answer and explain it. Not many Americans do that. Well, I was... uh... wondering Jack, could you take a look at my composition and let me know if I’ve made any big mistakes? I’d really appreciate it.
Jack: Well, er... I don’t know, José. I really think you ought to do your own work.
José: I’ve done the work! It’s just that you’re a lot better at spotting grammar mistakes than I am, and I’d really appreciate your helping me out.
Jack: Well, okay. I guess I could point out a few of your big mistakes, but I want you to try to correct them yourself, Okay?
José: Sure! And thanks a lot, Jack.
Millie: You did a fine job on the room, Mike. I don’t think I’ve never seen it that clean!
Mike: Oh, it was nothing. I’m glad I could help.
Mr. Jones: Congratulations, Barry! That report you wrote was excellent! I’d like to use it as a model at the staff meeting Friday.
Barry: Thank you, Mr. Jones. I’d be flattered for you to use it
Wang: I don’t know how you did it, Carl, but the stereo works beautifully now. You deserve a medal for your work.
Carl: It wasn’t hard at all. I’m electronics major — remember?
Abdal: Your new sweater is very pretty, Sue.
Sue: Thank you. My sister gave it to me for my birthday. I like yours, too. Is it new?
Yoko: Your house is lovely! I especially like what you’ve done to the front yard.
Lynn: Really? That’s nice of you to say so.
Arthur: You know, I do like your new glasses, Bob. I don’t know exactly what it is but they make you look older.
Bob: Thanks. I take that as a compliment, I guess. I think they help my new image as a banker, don’t you.
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