<Upper-Intermediate> Lesson No.19
Product Comparison Explanation for Foreign Customers / 外国人顧客への商品比較説明
0.Greetings & Ice-break (2min.)|挨拶と導入
0-1 Greetings
Let’s practice a short small talk that you can use to greet a business partner and start building a good relationship.
講師との挨拶を兼ねて、ビジネスパートナーと信頼関係を築くための短いスモールトークを練習してみましょう。
[Tips / 会話のヒント]
・Can you hear me clearly?
私の声はクリアに聞こえますか?
・How's your day going so far?
今日はどんな一日でしたか?
・Talk about one small topic (Work, Weather, News, Hometown, Sports event, etc.)
軽い話題について話しましょう(仕事、天気、ニュース、地元、スポーツイベントなど)
0-2 Introduction
In today’s lesson, we’ll learn about the following situation. Have you ever experienced something similar?
本日のレッスンでは以下のようなシチュエーションについて学びます。同様のシチュエーションを経験したことがありますか?
- If you have experience, please tell us what it was like, what was difficult, or what you learned.
経験があれば、どんな内容だったか、難しかったことや学んだことなどを教えて下さい。
- If you don’t have experience, try to imagine yourself handling that situation in English.
What do you think would be challenging?
経験がなければ、英語でその状況に対応しているところを想像してみましょう。どんなことが難しそうですか?
Situation / シチュエーション
A foreign customer is requesting detailed product comparison explanations to choose the optimal product from similar options.
外国人顧客が類似商品の中から最適な選択をするため、詳細な商品比較説明を求める場面です。
1. Read (2 min)|型を学ぶ
Let's read the following key sentences aloud!
下記の文章や単語を順番に音読しましょう!
1-1 Basic phrases
1.Let me assist you with...(...をお手伝いさせていただきます)
2.May I ask what kind of...(どのような...か伺ってもよろしいでしょうか)
3.I can demonstrate...(...をご紹介できます)
4.Can you elaborate on...(...について詳しく説明していただけますか)
5.This model provides...(このモデルは...を提供します)
6.I would recommend...(...をお勧めします)
7.Let me proceed with...(...を進めさせていただきます)
1-2 Essential words
1.assist(手伝う)
2.appropriate(適切な)
3.demonstrate(紹介する)
4.enhanced(向上した)
5.considerable(かなりの)
6.elaborate(詳しく説明する)
7.exceptional(優れた)
8.accelerate(高速化する)
9.remarkable(顕著な)
10.accommodate(対応する)
2. Try (3 min)|ロールプレイ練習
Let’s practice the role-play.
ロールプレイの練習をしましょう!
Situation / シチュエーション(Reference again)
A foreign customer is requesting detailed product comparison explanations to choose the optimal product from similar options.
外国人顧客が類似商品の中から最適な選択をするため、詳細な商品比較説明を求める場面です。
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
Hello, I'm looking for a laptop. Could you help me compare some models? I need something for business use.
(こんにちは、ノートパソコンを探しています。いくつかのモデルを比較するのを手伝っていただけますか?ビジネス用途で必要なんです。)
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
Of course. Let me assist you with that. May I ask what kind of tasks you'll be using it for? This will help me recommend the most appropriate model.
(もちろんです。お手伝いさせていただきます。どのような作業に使用されるか伺ってもよろしいでしょうか?最適なモデルをお勧めするのに役立ちます。)
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
I mainly use spreadsheets and video calls. I also need long battery life because I travel frequently. What options do you have?
(主に表計算ソフトとビデオ通話を使います。頻繁に出張するので、バッテリーの持ちも長い必要があります。どんな選択肢がありますか?)
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
I can demonstrate 3 models that match your needs. Model A is 85000 JPY with 10 hours battery life and standard performance. Model B is 120000 JPY with 14 hours battery life and enhanced processing speed. Model C is 95000 JPY with 12 hours battery life and moderate performance. Each model has different capabilities for your business tasks.
(ご要望に合う3つのモデルをご紹介できます。モデルAは85000円でバッテリー持続時間10時間、標準的な性能です。モデルBは120000円でバッテリー持続時間14時間、処理速度が向上しています。モデルCは95000円でバッテリー持続時間12時間、適度な性能です。各モデルはビジネス作業に対して異なる能力を持っています。)
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
The price difference is considerable. Can you elaborate on what makes Model B more expensive? Is it worth the extra cost?
(価格差がかなりありますね。モデルBがより高価な理由について詳しく説明していただけますか?追加費用に見合う価値がありますか?)
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
Certainly. Model B has exceptional processing capability with the latest processor, which accelerates your spreadsheet calculations by 40 percent. It also has enhanced video call quality and weighs 200 grams less than the others. For frequent travelers who handle complex tasks, this model provides remarkable efficiency. However, if your tasks are moderate, Model C offers the best balance of battery life and cost.
(もちろんです。モデルBは最新プロセッサーを搭載した優れた処理能力があり、表計算の計算速度を40パーセント高速化します。ビデオ通話の品質も向上しており、他のモデルより200グラム軽量です。複雑な作業を扱う頻繁な出張者にとって、このモデルは顕著な効率性を提供します。ただし、作業が適度であれば、モデルCがバッテリー持続時間とコストの最良のバランスを提供します。)
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
I see. What about warranty and support? Are there any differences between the models?
(なるほど。保証とサポートについてはどうですか?モデル間で違いはありますか?)
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
All 3 models come with a standard 1 year warranty. However, Model B is entitled to an exclusive 3 year extended warranty at no additional cost, plus priority technical support. Models A and C can purchase extended warranty for 8000 JPY per year. I would recommend Model C if you prioritize battery life and budget, or Model B if you need the best performance and long-term support.
(3つのモデルすべてに標準1年保証が付いています。ただし、モデルBは追加費用なしで独占的な3年延長保証を受ける権利があり、優先技術サポートも付きます。モデルAとCは年間8000円で延長保証を購入できます。バッテリー持続時間と予算を優先される場合はモデルCを、最高の性能と長期サポートが必要な場合はモデルBをお勧めします。)
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
Thank you for the detailed explanation. I think Model C suits my needs best. I'll take that one.
(詳しい説明をありがとうございます。モデルCが私のニーズに最も合っていると思います。それにします。)
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
Excellent choice. Model C will accommodate your business requirements very well. Let me proceed with the purchase process for you. Thank you for choosing our store.
(素晴らしい選択です。モデルCはあなたのビジネス要件に非常によく対応します。購入手続きを進めさせていただきます。当店をお選びいただきありがとうございます。)
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
Perfect. I appreciate your help in making this decision.
(完璧です。この決定をするのを手伝っていただき感謝します。)
3. Use (4 min)|ロールプレイ & 実践(空欄補完)
Let's perform the role-play and fill in the blanks by translating the Japanese into English!
空欄の日本語を英語に訳しながら、ロールプレイを実践してみましょう!
Situation / シチュエーション(Reference again)
A foreign customer is requesting detailed product comparison explanations to choose the optimal product from similar options.
外国人顧客が類似商品の中から最適な選択をするため、詳細な商品比較説明を求める場面です。
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
Hello, I'm looking for a laptop. Could you help me compare some models? I need something for business use.
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
Of course. Let me [手伝う] you with that. May I ask what kind of tasks you'll be using it for? This will help me recommend the most [適切な] model.
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
I mainly use spreadsheets and video calls. I also need long battery life because I travel frequently. What options do you have?
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
I can [紹介する] 3 models that match your needs. Model A is 85000 JPY with 10 hours battery life and standard performance. Model B is 120000 JPY with 14 hours battery life and [向上した] processing speed. Model C is 95000 JPY with 12 hours battery life and moderate performance. Each model has different capabilities for your business tasks.
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
The price difference is considerable. Can you elaborate on what makes Model B more expensive? Is it worth the extra cost?
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
Certainly. Model B has [優れた] processing capability with the latest processor, which [高速化する] your spreadsheet calculations by 40 percent. It also has [向上した] video call quality and weighs 200 grams less than the others. For frequent travelers who handle complex tasks, this model provides [顕著な] efficiency. However, if your tasks are moderate, Model C offers the best balance of battery life and cost.
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
I see. What about warranty and support? Are there any differences between the models?
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
All 3 models come with a standard 1 year warranty. However, Model B is entitled to an exclusive 3 year extended warranty at no additional cost, plus priority technical support. Models A and C can purchase extended warranty for 8000 JPY per year. I would recommend Model C if you prioritize battery life and budget, or Model B if you need the best performance and long-term support.
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
Thank you for the detailed explanation. I think Model C suits my needs best. I'll take that one.
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
Excellent choice. Model C will [対応する] your business requirements very well. Let me proceed with the purchase process for you. Thank you for choosing our store.
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
Perfect. I appreciate your help in making this decision.
4. Challenge (7 min)|応用実践
Let's perform the role-play and fill in the blanks by translating the Japanese into English!
空欄の日本語を英語に訳しながら、ロールプレイを実践してみましょう!
*Let's practice this part repeatedly until we can speak it smoothly.
このパートはスムーズにスピーキングできるようになるまで繰り返し練習しましょう。
Situation / シチュエーション(Reference again)
A foreign customer is requesting detailed product comparison explanations to choose the optimal product from similar options.
外国人顧客が類似商品の中から最適な選択をするため、詳細な商品比較説明を求める場面です。
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
Hello, I'm looking for a laptop. Could you help me compare some models? I need something for business use.
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
Of course. [お手伝いさせていただきます。] [どのような作業に使用されるか伺ってもよろしいでしょうか?] This will help me recommend the most appropriate model.
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
I mainly use spreadsheets and video calls. I also need long battery life because I travel frequently. What options do you have?
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
[ご要望に合う3つのモデルをご紹介できます。] Model A is 85000 JPY with 10 hours battery life and standard performance. Model B is 120000 JPY with 14 hours battery life and enhanced processing speed. Model C is 95000 JPY with 12 hours battery life and moderate performance. Each model has different capabilities for your business tasks.
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
The price difference is considerable. Can you elaborate on what makes Model B more expensive? Is it worth the extra cost?
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
Certainly. Model B has exceptional processing capability with the latest processor, which accelerates your spreadsheet calculations by 40 percent. It also has enhanced video call quality and weighs 200 grams less than the others. For frequent travelers who handle complex tasks, this model provides remarkable efficiency. However, if your tasks are moderate, Model C offers the best balance of battery life and cost.
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
I see. What about warranty and support? Are there any differences between the models?
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
All 3 models come with a standard 1 year warranty. However, Model B is entitled to an exclusive 3 year extended warranty at no additional cost, plus priority technical support. Models A and C can purchase extended warranty for 8000 JPY per year. [バッテリー持続時間と予算を優先される場合はモデルCを、最高の性能と長期サポートが必要な場合はモデルBをお勧めします。]
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
Thank you for the detailed explanation. I think Model C suits my needs best. I'll take that one.
🧑🎓【Student / Sales Staff】:
Excellent choice. Model C will accommodate your business requirements very well. [購入手続きを進めさせていただきます。] Thank you for choosing our store.
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
Perfect. I appreciate your help in making this decision.
\ If you have some extra capacity, give it a try(余力があればやってみましょう)/
5. Real-world application (5 min)|実務応用
Let's speak freely with the phrases and flow we learned today. If you can, imagine your real job—it makes practice more effective.
本日学習した単語やフレーズ、会話の流れを思い出しながら、自由に話してみましょう。可能であれば、自身の実務を想像しながら話すと効果的です。
Situation / シチュエーション
A foreign customer visits your store to compare similar products and needs detailed explanations about features, prices, and suitable usage scenarios.
You are a sales staff member who must explain the differences clearly and recommend the most appropriate option based on the customer's needs.
外国人顧客が類似商品を比較するために来店し、特徴、価格、適切な使用場面について詳しい説明を必要としています。
あなたは違いを明確に説明し、顧客のニーズに基づいて最適な選択肢を推奨しなければならない販売スタッフです。
👨💼【Teacher / Foreign Customer】:
I'm interested in these products, but I'm not sure which one fits my situation best. Can you explain the main differences?
(これらの商品に興味がありますが、どれが自分の状況に最も合うかわかりません。主な違いを説明していただけますか?)
🧑🎓【Student / Your Role】:
(Free Speaking based on today's lesson)
Hints / ヒント
1. Ask about customer needs
2. Demonstrate product options
3. Elaborate on key differences
4. Recommend the best option
※This is not a role-play. Please speak until you finish your thoughts.
このパートはロールプレイ形式ではありません。最後まで通して話してみましょう。
6. Wrap-up (2 min) |レッスンの振り返り
Let's review today's lesson with your teacher!
今日のレッスンについて講師と振り返ってみましょう!
6-1 Comments from student
・Good points / 良かったところ・上手くできたところ
・Things to work on / 今後強化したいところ
6-2 Feedback from teacher
・Good points / 良かった点
・Things to work on / 今後の強化ポイント
・What to review / 復習ポイント
*6-3 Questions from student (if any)
Japanese translation(日本語訳)
1. Read (2min)(型を学ぶ)|基本フレーズ
2. Try (4min)(ロールプレイ練習)|型を使った練習
Let’s practice the role-play.
ロールプレイの練習をしましょう!
3. Use (7min)|応用
Let’s perform the role-play and filling in the missing English!
英語を補完しながら、ロールプレイを実践してみましょう!
4. Challenge (7min)|実践
Let’s perform the role-play and filling in the missing English!
英語を補完しながら、ロールプレイを実践してみましょう!
5. Wrap-up (3min) – レッスンの振り返り
"Let’s review today’s lesson with your teacher!”
「今日のレッスンについて講師と振り返ってみましょう!」
5-1. Comments from Student
- Good points / 良かったところ・上手くできたところ
- Things to work on / 今後強化したいところ
5-2. Feedback from Teacher
- Good points / 良かった点
- Things to work on / 今後の強化ポイント
- What to review / 復習ポイント
5-3. Question from Students (If any)
