7/12/13

Daily conversation 13




I am not in a position

Samath
I was wondering whether you could help me. I need some money.
Ravi
Oh. I am sorry. I am not in a position to help you this moment. My wife is in hospital. I am in a bad financial situation.
Samath
Oh.I didn't know about that. If I knew it, I wouldn't bother you.
Ravi
It is ok. You better try someone else.



I am not in a position to - I am unable to



Grammar tips .....

hurt / injure / wound /harm / damage
hurt

  • I fell down and My leg hurts.
  • You are hurting my hand. Ouch! don't touch.



injure

  •  The terrorists injured a lot of innocent people.
  •  The injured were taken to the hospital.
  • Their injuries were serious.



wound

  •        The terrorists were mortally wounded by gun fire.
  •       Your wound really needs stitches and will take some time to heal. 


 harm
       
  •    The protesters should be careful not to harm anyone.
  •    She may not agree. But, There is no harm in asking her.
  •   The deer is very harmless
  •   There are harmful effects of smoking

damage
        
  •  The car was badly damaged in the accident.
  •  You have to pay for the damage.
    
      

 










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