2. Public announcements are given to groups of
people in public places or business settings,
most commonly on airplanes, in airports, at
stores, at sporting events, or in business
meetings. Questions frequently asked about
announcements focus on the purpose, location,
speaker, audience, and details.
3. COMMON THEMES:
Passenger announcements made at airports
Bus and train stations (routine schedules,
changes to service, delays, etc.)
In-flight announcements
Public announcements at department stores
(special promotions, lost property, etc.)
Public notices broadcast at conferences and
large events, etc.
6. More useful phrase examples:
1. Please stay tuned
Please stay tuned for traffic updates every hour on the hour.
2. We are expecting
We are expecting heavy snowfall this weekend.
3. This is (name) with (program)
Good morning, this is Barbara Klish with today weather.
4. We request that S+V
We request that you turn off your cell phone before the ceremony begins.
5. I’ll be back to you as soon as possible
If you leave your number, I’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
6. It is my (great) pleasure to + V
It is my great pleasure to introduce our renowned guest speaker to you.
7. I take great pleasure in ~ing
As the founder of Geo-Chemicals, I take great pleasure in presenting these
awards to those of you who have been with me since I started the company.
8. It gives me great pleasure to + V
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you all here tonight.
7. 9. I’m happy to + V
Today, I’m happy to announce to you that Brenda Souza will be joining us as
of the first of November.
10. I’m pleased to + V
I’m pleased to announce the winner of the 5th International Car Design
Contest.
11. S + (is/are) having a sale
This week only, Antique Furniture is having a sale.
12. S + is (are) 20% off the regular price
All of our computers are 20% off their regular price for this week only.
13. As ~know,
As you all know, Stanley Blaine is retiring at the end of the month.
14. Be due to + V
The construction work is due to commence next week and it’s expected to
take about ten months to complete.
15. We apologize for~
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this delay may cause you.
16. Be sure to + V
The sale is over on August 1st, so be sure to make your purchases before
then
