EnglishPod 9 - Elementary - Silence please Conversation A: Those people in front of us are making so much noise. It’s so inconsiderate! B: Don’t worry about it; it's not such a big deal. A: Oh... I can’t hear a thing! Excuse me, can you keep it down? C: Sure, sorry 'bout that! A: Someone’s phone is ringing! B: Honey, I think it’s your phone. Did you forget to switch it off? A: Oh, no! You’re right. That’s so embarrassing! C: Do you mind keeping it down? I’m trying to watch a movie here! Key Vocabulary Inconsiderate (Adjective): Not thinking of the feelings of other people; not thoughtful Not such a big deal (phrase): Not a big problem Can't hear a thing (phrase): Unable to hear Keep it down (phrase): Be quiet Switch off (phrase): Turn off Do you mind (phrase): Could you please Supplementary Vocabulary Noisy (Adjective): Very loud Rude (Adjective): Impolite To disturb (principle verb, infinitive): To interrupt, bother, or upset To interrupt (principle verb, infinitive): To speak or make noise when someone else is speaking To whisper (principle verb, infinitive): To speak very softly