Nagima Lesson 3

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Warm-up · Quick Revision

Before new material, let's wake up your memory. For each chunk below, rate your confidence: how easily could you use this right now?

How to use: Read each phrase, say it out loud once, then click the star that matches your confidence — 1 = I barely remember this, 5 = I could use it without thinking.

"I'm in charge of expat recruitment for our region."

From Lesson 1 · introducing your role

1 = need to review · 5 = totally confident

"Today I'm planning to reach out to five candidates."

From Lesson 2 · stand-up update · uses "reach out" from Lesson 1

1 = need to review · 5 = totally confident

"I'm waiting for feedback on the shortlist I sent on Monday."

From Lesson 2 · reporting a blocker

1 = need to review · 5 = totally confident

"Just to keep you in the loop — the candidate is still interested."

From Lesson 2 · sharing information

1 = need to review · 5 = totally confident

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Chunks · Polite Requests

In English, how you ask matters as much as what you ask. These 12 chunks let you make requests that sound professional and polite — not demanding. Learn each chunk as a whole phrase, not word by word. Tap a card to reveal the meaning and an example.

"Could you send me...?"

standard polite request

Не могли бы вы отправить мне...?

"Could you send me the updated job description by end of day?"

"Would it be possible to...?"

very polite / formal

Было бы возможно...?

"Would it be possible to schedule a call this week?"

"I was wondering if you could..."

soft / indirect

Я хотела спросить, не могли бы вы...

"I was wondering if you could share the salary range for this role."

"Would you mind...?"

polite request (+ -ing verb)

Вы не против...? / Вы не возражаете...?

"Would you mind forwarding that email to me?"
(always use -ing after this!)

"Could I ask you to...?"

formal request

Могу я попросить вас...?

"Could I ask you to review this contract before we send it?"

"Do you have a minute to...?"

casual / friendly

У вас есть минутка, чтобы...?

"Do you have a minute to look at this candidate's profile?"

"I'd really appreciate it if..."

warm + polite

Я была бы очень признательна, если бы...

"I'd really appreciate it if you could give me feedback on the shortlist today."

"Could you copy me in on...?"

email / communication

Не могли бы вы включить меня в переписку по...?

"Could you copy me in on the thread with the candidate from Singapore?"
★ uses "based in" context from L1

★ connects with Lesson 1

"Would you be able to...?"

polite / checking availability

Смогли бы вы...?

"Would you be able to jump on a quick call this afternoon?"

"I don't want to bother you, but..."

apologetic opener

Не хочу вас беспокоить, но...

"I don't want to bother you, but could you check this offer letter before I send it?"

"Can you give me a hand with...?"

informal / friendly

Можете помочь мне с...?

"Can you give me a hand with the visa paperwork for the new expat?"
★ "expat" from Lesson 1!

★ connects with Lesson 1

"Just a quick question..."

opener / softener

У меня короткий вопрос...

"Just a quick question — do you have the contact details for the hiring manager in Berlin?"

✋ Tap a card to flip it

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Fill in the Gaps

Complete each sentence with one word from the word bank above that group. You can click a word to insert it into the selected gap, or type directly. Each word is used once.

Word bank · sentences 1–4

1. I was if you could send me the updated job description.

2. Would you forwarding that email to me?

3. Would it be to schedule a call sometime this week?

4. I'd really it if you could review this candidate shortlist.

Word bank · sentences 5–8

5. Could you me in on the email thread with the hiring manager?

6. Can you give me a with the visa paperwork for the new expat?

7. Would you be to jump on a quick call this afternoon?

8. I don't want to you, but could you check this offer letter?

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Dialogue Example

Nagima needs a job description and wants to be included in a key email thread. Watch how she uses today's chunks — and recycles language from earlier lessons.

Slack call · Nagima & Lena (HR, Berlin)

Nagima

Hi Lena! Do you have a minute to talk about the Berlin engineering role?

Lena

Of course, what do you need?

Nagima

I was wondering if you could send me the full job description. I'm currently focused on sourcing candidates, but I only have the summary from the system — I need the full version.

★ "currently focused on" — recycled from Lesson 2

Lena

Sure, I'll send it over now. Anything else?

Nagima

Yes — could you copy me in on the email thread with the hiring manager? I'm waiting for feedback on the first shortlist, and it would help to see the full conversation.

★ "I'm waiting for feedback on" — recycled from Lesson 2

Lena

Good point. I'll add you now. One of the candidates is based in Singapore, by the way — just so you know.

Nagima

Yes, I saw that! I'd really appreciate it if you could flag any timezone concerns to the manager — it might affect the interview schedule. I'll follow up on that once I've reviewed the thread.

★ "I'll follow up on that" — recycled from Lesson 2 · "based in" — Lesson 1

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Situations · Speak It

Read each situation. Think of the best chunk to use, then say your response out loud. Use the hint button if you're not sure which chunk to start with.

Situation 1

Your hiring manager hasn't responded to the CV shortlist you sent two days ago. You need their feedback today to move forward.

Make a polite request for feedback. Use at least 2 chunks from today's lesson.

"I don't want to bother you, but..." + "I'd really appreciate it if..." or "Would it be possible to..."

Situation 2

A colleague in Legal is handling the work permit for an expat candidate. You need to be included in the email updates because the candidate keeps asking you about the status.

Ask your colleague to include you in the communication. Be polite and explain why briefly.

"Could you copy me in on..." + "Just to keep you in the loop..." (L2) — explain that the candidate is asking

Situation 3

You are writing a Slack message to a senior colleague. You need their help reviewing a job offer letter before it goes out — but they are very busy this week.

Write (and then say out loud) a polite Slack message using a soft opener + your request + appreciation.

"I don't want to bother you, but..." → "I was wondering if you could..." → "I'd really appreciate it if..." — keep it to 3 sentences!

✨ Key rule: In English, the more formal or senior the person is, the longer and softer the request. Compare: "Send me the file" (too direct) vs "I was wondering if you could send me the file when you get a chance" (perfect).

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Homework · 2 Tasks

Write 5 Real Work Requests in English

Think of 5 requests you actually need to make this week — to hiring managers, colleagues, or candidates. Write each one as a full sentence using a chunk from today's lesson. Make them realistic and specific. Send the list to your teacher before the next lesson.

⏱ ~10 min

Record 3 Polite Requests Out Loud

Pick 3 situations from today (or invent your own). Record yourself saying each request — aim for a natural, confident tone without pausing too much. Listen back: does it sound polite? Does it sound natural? Send the audio to your teacher.

⏱ ~10 min

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Quizlet List · Copy & Paste

Add to your existing deck from Lessons 1 and 2. Learn the full chunk — not just the key word.

Could you send me...? — Не могли бы вы отправить мне...? Would it be possible to...? — Было бы возможно...? I was wondering if you could... — Я хотела спросить, не могли бы вы... Would you mind...? — Вы не против...? / Вы не возражаете...? Could I ask you to...? — Могу я попросить вас...? Do you have a minute to...? — У вас есть минутка, чтобы...? I'd really appreciate it if... — Я была бы очень признательна, если бы... Could you copy me in on...? — Не могли бы вы включить меня в переписку по...? Would you be able to...? — Смогли бы вы...? I don't want to bother you, but... — Не хочу вас беспокоить, но... Can you give me a hand with...? — Можете помочь мне с...? Just a quick question... — У меня короткий вопрос...