Hello, everybody. Today we’re going to talk about the expression ‘cut in’.
Hi, Clarice. Hello, everyone. That’s right.
‘Cut in’ is a common expression and it can mean that a person interrupts another while they’re talking.
For example, I have an aunt who never lets people finish a sentence. She always interrupts and concludes other people’s ideas.
That’s very annoying!
Yes, it is! Do you know another way we can use ‘cut in’?
Yes. We can use ‘cut in’ when a person takes a place in front of another in line, before their turn.
Exactly! There is a very impolite girl at my school who always cuts in line at the cafeteria.
Some people are just too rude.
Yes, you’re right. But let’s listen to some conversations with some examples now.
Hi, Les. Are you having fun?
No, not really…I wanted to dance, but I like…
Hey, this music is terrible!
I was trying to explain…
Don’t you think this party is boring? The music is so slow!
Well, that’s what I was just…
I think I’ll go to a club next time I want to have some fun.
Victor, would you let me finish at least …
Do you want to go somewhere more fun?
Not with you, thanks.
What’s wrong with you, Les? Why not?
Because you’re very rude, man! You didn’t let me finish one sentence. You always cut in!
Excuse me. But I am the next person in line. You cut in!
Sorry, but I’m in a hurry.
I understand, but I am also in a hurry.
I’ll be very quick. I only have to make one payment.
Well, I’ll be very quick, too; and I arrived first, so you’ll just have to wait your turn.
Listen…please let me cut in front of you in line! I have to go back to work and I don’t have much time…
I’m very sorry, Sir, but I also have to get back to work, and I will not let you cut in.
Well, Ok, then…I’ll wait.
Hi, Clarice. Have a seat. I’m sure you’ll love the food here. It’s delicious!
I’m so glad you invited me.
I wanted to talk to you about…
Hannibal! How are you? When was the last time we met?
Oh! Hello, Victor. How are you? Let me introduce a…
Who’s your friend? She looks familiar.
Well, as I was saying, this is…
Oh, yeah! Now I remember! The lady at the bank!
Have you two met?
Not really…I was in line at the bank when…
We don’t have to talk about that…can I sit with you guys?
Well, we were trying to have a private conversation when you cut in…
Say no more! I’m out of here! Enjoy your meal! Give me a call sometime, Hannibal!
There is a very impolite girl at my school who always cuts in line at the cafeteria.
You didn’t let me finish one sentence. You always cut in!
Excuse me. But I am the next person in line. You cut in!
Listen…please let me cut in front of you in line!
Well, we were trying to have a private conversation when you cut in…