8. Expressing Joy at Someone's Success



1.

A: Did you hear the good news?

B: No, I haven't.

A: I got a promotion at my job.

B: Did you really?

A: Seriously, I am so excited.

B: Well, congratulations.

A: Thank you.

B: I'm so happy for you.

A: Really?

B: Yes. You really deserved this.

A: You think so?

B: Yes. Good for you.



2.

A: Have you heard my good news?

B: You haven't told me anything yet.

A: I got a promotion at work earlier this week.

B: Is that right?

A: It's the truth. I am really happy.

B: Congratulations on your promotion.

A: Thank you very much.

B: I am really excited for you.

A: Are you really?

B: I'm serious. You deserved this promotion.

A: Is that what you really think?

B: Yes, I do.



3.

A: I haven't told you what happened yet, have I?

B: I haven't heard anything.

A: My boss offered me a promotion, and I took it.

B: Are you serious?

A: Yes, I am really excited.

B: That's great. Congratulations.

A: I appreciate that.

B: You have no idea how happy I am for you.

A: For real?

B: I believe you were the best choice for that promotion. I really do.



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