Vocabulary
Site
Drilling
Phase
Partnership
Suppliers
Confirm
Site
Definition
A site is a place where something happens or is built.
Example Sentence
A mining site is the place where people dig to find minerals or metals.
Example Sentence
A building site is a place where a new building is being made.
Drilling
Definition
Drilling means making deep holes in the ground or rock to find minerals or take samples.
Example Sentence
In mining, workers use machines to do drilling before they start digging for minerals.
Example Sentence
Drilling helps find out what kind of rocks and materials are under the surface.
Phase
Definition
A phase is a step or part of a mining project.
Example Sentence
The mining project has begun its first phase of work.
Example Sentence
Each phase of the project has different goals and tasks.
Partnership
Definition
A partnership is when two or more people or companies work together on a mining project and share the work, money, and results.
Example Sentence
Two companies made a partnership to dig for gold at the same mine.
Example Sentence
In a mining partnership, each side helps with equipment, labor, or planning.
Suppliers
Definition
Suppliers are people or companies that provide the materials, tools, or machines needed for mining work.
Example Sentence
The suppliers deliver fuel and equipment to the mining site.
Example Sentence
Mining companies need good suppliers to keep their projects running smoothly.
Confirm
Definition
to make sure something is true or correct.
Example Sentence
Workers confirm that the drilling area is safe before starting.
Example Sentence
The company confirmed the delivery time for new equipment.
Vocabulary Practice
Word Bank
Match the word with the correct sentence.
1. The company built a ___________ with another mining group.
2. Our __________ bring fuel and tools to the mining site every week.
3. The workers met at the mining _________ early in the morning.
4. The team will ____________ the safety report before work begins.
5. We use special machines for ____________ deep into the ground.
6. The next ___________ of the project will start next month.
The Conversation
CSR: Good morning! It’s nice to see you again. How have you been?
Client: Good morning! I’ve been good, thank you. Work has been very busy. How about you?
CSR: I’ve been busy too. The weather here is changing. How’s the weather in your city?
Client: It’s getting cooler now. That helps our workers because the summer was very hot.
CSR: Yes, cooler weather must make the work easier. How is your mining project going?
Client: It’s going well. We finished the first part of the work and started a new phase. We had a small problem with one of the machines, but we fixed it.
CSR: What is your plan for the next phase?
Client: For the next phase, we plan to focus on deeper drilling and testing new areas of the site.
CSR: When do you hope to finish the project?
Client: Our goal is to finish the project by April before the rainy season begins.
CSR: Is there anything we can do to help you stay on schedule?
Client: Thank you for asking. Right now, things are going well, but staying on schedule depends a lot on regular communication and quick updates. If your team can continue sharing reports and confirming shipment dates on time, that will help us a lot.
CSR: No problem! We are happy to help. Are you working with any new partners or suppliers now?
Client: Yes, we are. We started working with a few new companies that help us with materials and equipment.
CSR: That sounds great. New partnerships can bring new ideas. Is there anything I can help with right now?
Client: Not at the moment, but I will send you our next schedule soon. That way we can plan better.
CSR: Perfect. I’ll wait for it. Thank you for the update. It’s always nice to talk with you.
Client: Thank you! I’ll send the details next week.
CSR: Wonderful. Have a great day, and good luck with your next project step!
Client: Thank you. You too!
Discussion Questions
Why is regular communication important for keeping a mining project on schedule?
What kinds of problems can happen during a mining project, and how can teamwork help solve them?
How do partnerships with new suppliers or companies help improve a project?
Why do you think weather can affect mining work and the project schedule?
What are some good ways for teams in different countries to confirm updates and share information?
What kinds of problems can happen during a mining project, and how can teamwork help solve them?
How do partnerships with new suppliers or companies help improve a project?
Why do you think weather can affect mining work and the project schedule?
What are some good ways for teams in different countries to confirm updates and share information?
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