When someone invites you for dinner, you can bring flowers,candy or a bottle of wine. Sometimes people send a thank you note to the host or hostess a few days after the event.

1.A: I’d better be going.

B: So soon? Why don’t you stay a little longer?

A: I wish I could, but it’s already late.

B: Oh, it’s a shame that you have to leave.

A: Thank you for a wonderful meal.

B: I’m glad you enjoyed it.

2.A: I really must be going now.

B: But you just got here. Can’t you stay a little longer?

A: That’s very nice of you, but I really can’t.

B: Well, it’s too bad that you have to go.

A: Thanks very much. It was a great party!

B: It was our pleasure.

3.A: I think it’s about time we got going.

B: What? Already? Won’t you have more coffee?

A: I’d love to, but I have to get up early tomorrow.

B: Oh! I’m sorry. I wish you could stay.

A: Thank you for a very enjoyable evening.

B: Don’t mention it. I hope you can come again soon.

4.A: I really should be on my way.

B: Oh, not yet! At least have one for the road.

A: No. Thanks all the same.

B: Well, I’m sorry you have to leave so early.

A: Thank you very much. We really had a good time.

B: Well, thank you for coming.