WorkIntermediate
Showing a new coworker around in English
Everyday English for showing a new coworker around. Key line: “Hey, I'm Lin. Want me to show you around?”
Full script
Lin
Hey, I'm Lin. Want me to show you around?
Them
Yes, please. I already forgot which door I came through.
Lin
No worries. The kitchen is left, and the printer is ahead.
Them
Great. If I get lost, I'll just live there.
Lin
Fair plan. The meeting room's upstairs, and the restrooms are downstairs.
Them
Thanks. Is there a quiet spot for calls and hiding?
Lin
Sure, and the coffee machine is our best emergency landmark.
Them
Perfect. If I vanish, follow the smell of coffee.
Key phrases
The lines worth keeping. Read them once before you go out.
Tour
✓ Want me to show you around?Want me to show you around?
Natural when offering help to someone new
Stay calm
✓ No worries.No worries.
More natural than "Don't worry"
Ahead
✓ It's ahead.It's ahead.
Common for directions, not always far
Lost
✓ If I get lost...If I get lost...
We often say get lost
Quick answers
Tour: what to say in English
Say “Want me to show you around?” — want me to show you around. Natural when offering help to someone new.
Stay calm: what to say in English
Say “No worries.” — no worries. More natural than "Don't worry".
Ahead: what to say in English
Say “It's ahead.” — it's ahead. Common for directions, not always far.
Lost: what to say in English
Say “If I get lost...” — if I get lost. We often say get lost.