Describe what happened, its effect on your plans and what you need next.
The idea
Link the disruption to its consequence with so or means. Ask politely with Could you or Would there be.
Examples
- My train was cancelled, so I will miss my connection.
- Could you rebook us on the next available flight?
- The delay means I may arrive after the hotel reception closes.
- Is there another route that would get her there tonight?
- If the ferry cannot leave today, we would need somewhere to stay.
- Would the replacement bus cost extra, and where does it leave from?
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Watch out
Do not say I missed my connection if you have not missed it yet; use I will miss my connection for a future consequence.
Try it yourself
Complete the polite request: Could you ___ me on an earlier train? (rebook / cancel)
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rebook
rebook requests a new reservation on an earlier train.
Choose the consequence: The road is closed, so we ___ arrive late. (may / must not)
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may
may expresses a possible late arrival, not a certainty.
Complete the question about an alternative: Is there another ___ to the airport? (route / delay)
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route
route names a way to reach the airport.
Practice round
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Complete the polite request: Could you ___ me on an earlier train? (rebook / cancel)
Choose the consequence: The road is closed, so we ___ arrive late. (may / must not)
Complete the question about an alternative: Is there another ___ to the airport? (route / delay)
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Explain a delayed journey and ask about a replacement route and its cost.