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Unit 2I .1.6.A/BA/B/C/D2.7.CB/D3.8.DB/C/D4.9.A/DB/C5.10.DA/B/C/DII. 1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10. A. quote us, C. inquired for, D. of October 23rdB. in ordering, D. from youC. to answerB. as such/C. your quotations,D. usual trade termsC. in the enclosed listB. from,C. inform you ofB. German principals, D. in the market forB. dealing in, D. details of your export productsIII .intention, interested in, view, suitable, grateful, have, together with, appreciate, as, suppliersIV .V. ∙ 1. We have been informed by Jameson Garments (Vancouver) Ltd. that you are one of the leading exporters of textiles in Hangzhou and that you wish to extend business to our market.∙ 2. We would like to have your lowest quotations for the captioned goods on the terms and conditions listed below:∙ 3. Please send me some further information on the features and costs of the Vernard line of Ultrasonic equipment, which you recently advertised in Electronics magazine.∙ 4. We are interested in importing Chinese furniture and would be pleased to receive a copy of your latest catalogue, price list and export terms.∙ 5. We would be grateful if you would send us a comprehensive price list, together with some samples, of the goods which you can supply.∙ 1. Chinese low-voltage microwave ovens are in great demand in our country. We would therefore much appreciate it if you could let us have your competitive prices for themodels available at present.∙ 2. We write to introduce ourselves as a leading importer of surgical instruments and are interested in receiving a copy of your latest catalogue for our reference.∙ 3. Specializing in the line of confectionery, we have extensive connections with food stores throughout this country.∙ 4. We would be much obliged if you could send us a complete set of leaflets so as to give us a general idea of the export items you handle.∙ 5. From Messrs. Brown & Clark of this city, we have learned that you are regular suppliers of Chinese kitchenware, for which there is a growing demand here.∙ 6. We have read with interest your advertisement in the latest issue of Television World, and would like to have full particulars of your products, including specifications, prices and packing.∙ 1. We are famous importers of computers / importers of computers of famous brands, with branches in three neighbouring cities.∙ 2. Please send us a catalog for all your products with detailed specifications for our buyers' reference.∙ 3. We specialize in the import of motorcycles with a history of ten years, and would like you to send us your catalog, prices and other necessary information.∙ 4. If your goods are good in quality and moderate in price, very likely we can induce our buyers to place an order.∙ 5. We are interested in (buying) the tiles you advertised in Building Materials. Therefore, it would be a great help to us if you could send us further information as soon aspossible.VI.VIHuafang Trading Co. Ltd.I.456 Huqiu RoadSuzhou, ChinaSeptember 10, 199-The Sales ManagerThe Midland Carpet Co. Ltd.173 Waterloo StreetLondon E.C.4BritainDear SirWe have noticed with interest your advertisement in the August issue of The Magic Carpet and feel that the patterns of your carpets may appeal to Chinese customers, especially thewell-to-do newly weds. Therefore, we would like to have detailed information about the various types of carpets available at the moment, such as specifications and prices, if possible together with sample cuttings.As we intend to lay in a stock for the New Year sales, it would be a great help to us if we could receive your reply by the end of this month.Yours faithfullyHuafang Trading Co. Ltd.Import ManagerUnit 2 TY KeyI. Give the Chinese equivalent of each of the following terms:II. Give the English equivalent of each of the following terms:III. Fill in each of the following blanks with a proper preposition:IV. Find out and correct the mistake in each of the following sentences:V. Fill in the blanks with the given verbs in their proper forms and with modal verbs when necessary:VI. Choose the one word or phrase that correctly completes the sentence or that meets the requirement specifically set out:VII. Translate the following sentences into English:∙ 1. From the latest issue of Computer World we have learned about your Finance Guide software package. We would appreciate it if you could send us a descriptive booklet.∙ 2. We were impressed with the vehicles you displayed at the Beijing Trade Fair. Please quote your prices on FOB basis for the automobiles listed above.∙ 3. Please let us know if you can supply the lines of goods specified in the enclosed list. We would appreciate it if you would send us a copy of price list and terms for your exports.∙ 4. If the samples are of the standard we require, we will place a substantial order. We are looking forward to receiving your firm offer by March 5.∙ 5. Would you please provide detailed information on the types and quality of leisurewear you have available and quote relevant prices indicating your delivery time.VIII. Write an English letter in the full correct layout based on the information or instructions given below:September 17th, 201-The Sales ManagerShanghai Luggage Co. Ltd.72 Zhongshan Rd.Shanghai 200001ChinaDear Sir or Madam,We are a company dealing in travel goods in New York City. We are interested in the Carry-on you advertised in this month's edition of Sky Mall.Would you mind answering the following questions?1. How many colors does the Carry-on come in?2. What advantages does it have over similar products?3. Would you please offer us a 20% trade discount?4. May we have a quantity discount if we place an order for 1000 bags at one time? Your quotation reaching us before October 1 will be highly appreciated.We are looking forward to your reply.Very truly yours,Michelle JacksonImport Manager。

Notes1. owe…to… 将…归功于承蒙…告知你方名称和地址We owe your name and address to the Chamber of Commerce in your city.to be indebted to … for your name and addressto come to know the name and address of your firm throughthrough the courtesy of … we come to know your name and addressto have obtained your name and address from…to have noted your name and addressto be recommended to sb. by …on the recommendation of …2. inform sb. that 通知某人某事inform sb of sth. 通知某人某事be informed that 兹通知你方You are informed that …3. be in the market for 欲购；想买4. in the hope of doing 希望（后接动名词）5. ①a government-owned corporation（enterprise）国有公司/企业= a state-operated corporation / a public-owned corporation②a private corporation 私有公司/ 企业6. handle v. 经营（某种或某类商品）=to trade in / be dealing in /be in the (chemical )line（n. 行业）7. acquaint v. 熟悉了解to acquaint sb. with sth. 使某人了解某事be/get well acquainted with sth. 熟悉（了如指掌）8.on the basis of equality, mutual benefit and exchange of needed goods在平等互利，互通有无的基础上9.avail oneself to =make use of 利用10.enclose v. 随函附上11.through mutual efforts 通过共同努力= by joint efforts12.Export List 出口清单13.trade v.to trade in sth . 买卖Eg : trade in goods 货物交易to trade with sb. 与……交易；做生意trade policy 贸易政策foreign trade policy 外贸政策14.sole agent 独家代理敬启者：得知贵公司行名和地址我们要感激英国驻北京大使馆商务参赞处，他们告知我们你公司拟购买丝绸女衫。

英语函电徐美荣主编（第⼆版）课后习题翻译参考答案Chapter Two1.我们从中国驻东京⼤使馆商务参赞处得知贵公司的⾏名和地址，并了解贵公司是经营家⽤电器产品有经验的出⼝商We obtained your name and address from commercial counsellor’s office of the Chinese embassy in Tokyo. They have informed us that you are experienced exporter in the market for home electrical appliances.2.我们的⼀个客户对你们的新产品感兴趣One of our customers is interested in your new production.3.我们的⼀个⽇本客户想要购买中国红茶One of our customers in Japan wants to be in the market for black tea.4.如你所知，我们的外贸政策是在平等互利的基础上与各国⼈民做⽣意As you know, our policy is to trade with merchants of various countries on the basis of equality and mutual benefit.5.我们希望你⽅尽最⼤努⼒促进业务⼜增进友谊。

We hope you can try your best to promote both trade and friendship.6.谢谢你⽅来函表⽰提供服务，我⽅愿与你⽅就扩⼤贸易的可能性进⾏讨论。

Thanks for your letter about service supply, we are willing to talk about the possibility of promoting trade.7.我们了解到你公司是中国⼿⼯艺品的出⼝商，因此冒昧的写信给你We have acknowledged that your company is the exporter of Chinese handicraft.8.我们相信，贵我双⽅的业务将随着时间的推移⽽得到发展。

Chapter Four Conclude a businessLesson 201.translate the following into English1)The recent exchange of cables between us has resulted in a transaction of 50 cases of Bristles.2)We are pleased to inform you that our end-users have decided to order the following goods at your price.3)Please write to us in reply accepting our offer and confirm the above mentioned terms.4)Please note that the L/C clauses should be in strict accordance with the stipulations of our S/C so as to avoidthe trouble of subsequent cable amendments.5)In reply to your letter of 23rd October, we regret we are unable to accept your price of the machine but if youcan see your way to reduce your price by 5%, we believe there will be a possibility of business.6)After long and friendly discussion we have now concluded a transaction of 50,000 pieces of Bed Sheets.7)Enclosed please find our Sales Confirmation No. HN768 in duplicate. If you find everything in order, pleasesign and return one copy for our files.8)It is our belief that the current small business will lead to a series of larger dealing in the near future.9)We have received your letter of September 20, 19… together with an order for 1,000 Sewing Machines.10)You may rest assured that we will arrange for despatch by the first available steamer with the least possibledelay upon receipt of your L/C.2.write a letterDear Sirs,We refer to your letter of March 20 offering us “Gold Deer” Bicycles. As we find your price quite agreeable, we are prepared to place a trial order for 100 units to start with.We would like to draw your attention to the fact that our future business depends much upon the result of the first shipment. So this trial order of ours should be dealt with most carefully.We are awaiting your confirmation by cable and will open the necessary L/C upon receipt of your favorable reply.We look forward to your further cooperation in promoting this line.Yours TrulyLesson 213.translate the following into English1)We have the pleasure of confirming our purchase from you of 300 tons of Steel Plates. (OR: we are pleased toconfirm having purchased 300 tons of Steel Plates from you.)2)As regards quality, we need your guarantee that the goods were produced in 19..3)The goods are to be delivered in three equal monthly installments/shipments of 100 tons, commencing fromOctober.4)We trust this initial business will lead to further development of trade between us.5)We will open an irrevocable L/C available by sight draft in your favor within this week.6)We have duly received your irrevocable L/C and believe that shipment can be arranged within next week.7)We have today established with the Bank of China, London an L/C in your favor for the amount of Stg.￡50,000.8)If you can sell large quantities of Men’s Leather Shoes in your place, please let us know by cable.9)We find it necessary to stress the importance of making punctual shipment within the validity of the L/C.10)They claimed having bought the same article elsewhere at a lower price.Lesson 224.translate the following into English1)The price quoted for Sheepwool Type 193 and Type 245 being found workable, we have cabled you ouracceptance.2)As to the other types, we could see no prospect of business unless you reduce your price by about 2%.3)We regret to say that since your price is rather on the high scale, we are unable to accept your offer.4)It is impossible for us to reduce our price to the level indicated by you.5)Our price is quite reasonable ad has been accepted by other buyers at your end.6)We are sorry that we cannot accept your counter offer, as the price quoted by us is quite realistic.7)We have concluded substantial business at our price with other buyers at your end.8)We enclose our Sales Contract in duplicate. Please sign and return to us one copy and also advise us of yourshipping instructions so as to enable us to act accordingly.9)We are pleased to learn from your letter of October 1 that your customer is prepared to place with us on ourterms a trial order of 100 sets.10)We cables our confirmation of your order yesterday and hope that you will open the relsative L/C ASAP.5.translate the following into Chinese1)我们遗憾的注意到你方不得不关闭了你们的一个分公司。

Unit 2I. 1.6. A/BA/B/C/D2.7.CB/D3.8.DB/C/D4.9.A/DB/C5.10.DA/B/C/DII. 1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10. A. quote us, C. inquired for, D. of October 23rdB. in ordering, D. from youC. to answerB. as such/C. your quotations,D. usual trade termsC. in the enclosed listB. from,C. inform you ofB. German principals, D. in the market forB. dealing in, D. details of your export productsIII. IV.V. intention, interested in, view, suitable, grateful, have, together with, appreciate, as, suppliers1. We have been informed by Jameson Garments (Vancouver) Ltd. that you are one ofthe leading exporters of textiles in Hangzhou and that you wish to extend business to our market.2. We would like to have your lowest quotations for the captioned goods on the termsand conditions listed below:3. Please send me some further information on the features and costs of the Vernard lineof Ultrasonic equipment, which you recently advertised in Electronics magazine.4. We are interested in importing Chinese furniture and would be pleased to receive acopy of your latest catalogue, price list and export terms.5. We would be grateful if you would send us a comprehensive price list, together withsome samples, of the goods which you can supply.1. Chinese low-voltage microwave ovens are in great demand in our country. We wouldtherefore much appreciate it if you could let us have your competitive prices for the models available at present.2. We write to introduce ourselves as a leading importer of surgical instruments and areinterested in receiving a copy of your latest catalogue for our reference.3. Specializing in the line of confectionery, we have extensive connections with foodstores throughout this country.4. We would be much obliged if you could send us a complete set of leaflets so as togive us a general idea of the export items you handle.5. From Messrs. Brown & Clark of this city, we have learned that you are regularsuppliers of Chinese kitchenware, for which there is a growing demand here.6. We have read with interest your advertisement in the latest issue of Television World,and would like to have full particulars of your products, including specifications,VI.prices and packing.1. We are famous importers of computers / importers of computers of famous brands,with branches in three neighbouring cities.2. Please send us a catalog for all your products with detailed specifications for ourbuyers’ reference.3. We specialize in the import of motorcycles with a history of ten years, and would likeyou to send us your catalog, prices and other necessary information.4. If your goods are good in quality and moderate in price, very likely we can induceour buyers to place an order.5. We are interested in (buying) the tiles you advertised in Building Materials.Therefore, it would be a great help to us if you could send us further information as soon as possible.VII. Huafang Trading Co. Ltd.456 Huqiu RoadSuzhou, ChinaSeptember 10, 199-The Sales ManagerThe Midland Carpet Co. Ltd.173 Waterloo StreetLondon E.C.4BritainDear SirWe have noticed with interest your advertisement in the August issue of The Magic Carpet and feel that the patterns of your carpets may appeal to Chinese customers, especially the well-to-do newly weds. Therefore, we would like to have detailed information about the various types of carpets available at the moment, such as specifications and prices, if possible together with sample cuttings.As we intend to lay in a stock for the New Year sales, it would be a great help to us if we could receive your reply by the end of this month.Yours faithfullyHuafang Trading Co. Ltd.Import ManagerUnit 3I. 1.6. A/B/DB/C2.7./B3.8.A/B/C/DA/D4.9.CA/B5.10.A/B/DB/CII. 1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10. A. have received, B. are pleased to, C. tellA. We are enclosing,B. / D. detailed specificationsB. these,C. if,D. beforeNo errorC. mutuallyA. with interest, D. current issueC. haveA. understood to be, C. of 5%, D. an individual item C. if you can, D. your best pricesB. a complete set,C. are confidentIII. IV.V. intend, have stocked only, have decided, select, should be obliged, would send, have examined, shall contact,1. We think that when you see our samples, you will agree that the quality of thematerial used and the high standard of craftsmanship will appeal to the most selective buyers.2. Though we are at present unable to meet your requirement for the captioned articles,we shall be only too pleased to revert to the matter once our supplies are replenished.3. We should like to draw your attention to our other products such as stainless steelkitchenware, details of which you will find in the catalog, and look forward to your first order.4. At your request, we are now quoting you for 1,000 dozen steel tapes at USD5.--perdz. CFR Lagos.5. We are well aware that our competitors are quoting at considerably lower prices, butour products are obviously superior in quality and therefore represent better value.1. In reply to your inquiry of January 12, we are pleased to inform you that a catalogand a price list have been airmailed separately for your reference.2. If, however, you need any other information, please do not hesitate to let us know. Weshall be only too glad to answer further questions from you.3. As you will notice, our prices are quite competitive, and since we carry large stocksVI. VII.of all models, we can promise delivery within a month of receipt of your L/C.4. If you can let us have an idea of the quantity you are going to order, we may considergiving you a more favorable discount.5. Though we no longer supply Type SB-95, we have in stock Type SB-99, which isboth better in performance and more reasonable in price.1. We are eagerly expecting to have detailed discussions with you soon on the tradeterms you suggested.2. We hope to have more information from you by the end of this month for our buyers’reference.3. As you know, there is a steady demand in your market for such durable andmoderately priced goods as ours.4. We do not want to influence you, but we hope you will be able to send us your orderwithin this month as we may soon run short of supply.5. You will no doubt find our price very favorable if you compare it with the quotationsof other manufacturers.Dear Mr. Black,Thank you for your enquiry of August 16 concerning our equipment, which you saw at the International Farm Machinery Fair in Bonn.In answer to the specific questions in your letter, first let me say we are willing to consider substantial discount on orders over RMB¥Y1,000,000.With regard to the terms of payment, we would suggest sight L/C for the initial stage.We can fulfill orders within three months, unless there are special specifications, which may take a little longer.We are enclosing our current catalog and pricelist quoting c.i.f. Bangkok prices, and we think you will find the earth-moving equipment on pp. 101-115 of particular interest for the work you have in mind. If you require any further information, please contact us and we will be pleased to supply it.Yours sincerely,Unit 4I. 1.6. A/B/C/DC2.7.AA/D3.8.A/B/C/DB/C4.9.C/DB/D5.10.BA/C/DII. 1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10. B. for those in wooden cases, C. that willA. instruct,B. to receivingC. the amendment C. signed with themC. the insuranceA. note,B. being,C. within,D. aB. our socks,C. the packing isA. /B. showsC. probable,D. findB. arrangeNo errorB. and we,C. a trial orderIII. IV.V. competitive, quoted, case, that, ship, between, a total of, qualify for, Since, be obliged1. We are pleased to give you an order for the following items on the understanding thatthey will be supplied from current stock at the prices named.2. Thank you very much for your Order No. GD34, and we are pleased to enclose ourSales Confirmation No. 9975 in duplicate, one copy of which please sign and return to us for our file.3. Your order is receiving our immediate attention and can be delivered well within yourtime limit.4. While thanking you for your order, we have to explain that our price has increased by5% owing to a corresponding rise in the prices of raw materials.5. However, in order to finalize the first transaction between us, we are ready to allowyou a 5% discount if you can increase the quantity to 1,000.1. This is to confirm our telephone discussion this morning. Enclosed is our Order No.CT504 for 1,500 pounds of Longjing Green Tea at 36 pence per lb CIF London for shipment during June/July.2. As the demand for our laser printers is on the increase, we hope you will actimmediately if you are considering placing an order with us.3. Please note that the goods must be in strict conformity with the samples in quality. Ifthis first order is satisfactorily executed, regular orders will follow.VI. VII. VIII. 4. Thank you f or your prompt reply to our inquiry of April 22. We are now pleased toorder from you 2000 dozen pure silk T-shirts. (For details, please refer to our enclosed order No. 358.)5. Although our price is a little higher than quotations of other suppliers, the superiorquality of our products more than compensates for the difference in price, and it is to your own advantage to order goods of really good quality.1. If you could increase the quantity of your order to 500 cases, please let us knowimmediately and we would be only too glad to give you a 5% discount.2. All your required items can be supplied from stock, and we can assure you of our bestattention to your order.3. If this trial shipment can reach us by mid-October and the quality turns out to besatisfactory, we shall send you further orders.4. In accordance with the terms agreed upon in our recent exchange of faxes, we arenow sending you our S/C No. 1234 in duplicate.5. If no instructions to the contrary are received before the end of this month, we shallship your order in December.Dear Ms Collins,Thank you very much for your Order No. CS27 for our rotary printing presses Models PM600 and PM800 for November shipment. We wish to inform you that we can comply with all your requirements except for PM600, which is unfortunately out of stock at the present moment. We, therefore, would like to place before you two alternatives for your consideration.1. As an excellent substitute for PM600, we recommend PM630, which is our latestmodel (for details, see attached leaflet) and can be shipped together with PM800 in November.2. In case you still prefer PM600, we can ship your order in two lots, i.e. PM800 inNovember and PM600 in January next year, which is the earliest time we can manage.We look forward to your early decision.Yours sincerelySales Confirmation No. CPW9935Qingdao, August 23, 1999Sellers: Qingdao Textiles Imp. & Exp. Corp.Buyers: Far East Trading Co. Ltd.This Contract is made by and between the Buyers and the Sellers, whereby the Buyers agree to buy and the Sellers agree to sell the under-mentioned commodity on the terms and conditions stipulated below:Commodity: Cardigans, Art. No. 406LSpecifications: 100% wool, pink 30%, blue 30 %, brown 40 %Quantity: 900 cardigansUnit Price: at DM 25.-- each, CIFC2% EMPTotal Value: DM 22,500 (Say Deutche Marks Twenty-two Thousand Five Hundred Only)Packing: Each in a polybag, 5 dozen to a carton, in the color assortment stipulated aboveInsurance: To be effected by the Sellers for 110% of the invoice value against All Risks & War Risk as per China Insurance Clauses of January 1, 1981Time of Shipment: During September/October, 1999, with transhipment prohibitedPort of Shipment: Qingdao, ChinaPort of Destination: EMP, to be specified in the L/CShipping Marks: At the Sellers’ optionTerms of Payment: By irrevocable L/C at sight in favor of the Sellers to be opened by the Buyers through a first-class bank for 100% of the invoice value toreach the Sellers 40 days before shipmentUnit 5I. 1.6. B/C/DD2.7.B/DA/C/D3.8.CB/C4.9.A/B/C/5.10.A/B/CDII. 1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10. A. As regards, C. to acceptA. required,B. containB. are, D. we approveA. stipulates,B. to be effected,C. for,D. as follows / to readB. goods,C. on CFR basis,D. shall be insuredA. increase the sales of ,B. giving you,C. regrettably,D. have been received C. as per China Insurance ClausesA. particular/extra,B. required,C. premium for the extra risksD. would be charged toA. make,B. promptly / as soon as possible,C. ask/ need/ hopeD. on or before May 31 / on May 31 at the latestB. as you require,C. if you agree,D. difference in premiumIII. IV.V. cover, individual, available, suitable for, which, in which, be grateful, so that, assure, require1. We would like you to arrange an all risk open cover policy for our chinawareshipments which we intend to export over the next three months.2. If you can offer us competitive rates, we will consider further policies with you onother shipments.3. As we now desire to have the shipment insured at your end, we shall be pleased ifyou will arrange to insure the goods on our behalf against All Risks for 110% of the invoice value.4. As requested, we have covered your order with PICC, and the insurance policy willbe sent to you through the bank together with the other shipping documents.5. We had the case opened and the contents examined by a local insurance surveyor inthe presence of the shipping company’s agent.1. In the absence of your definite instructions about insurance, we have covered yourordered goods against W.P.A. for 110% of the invoice value as usual.2. We have noted your request for insurance against War Risk. But, as you know, ourCIF quotation includes W.P.A. only. Therefore, if you require this additionalVI. VII.coverage, the extra premium will be borne by you.3. If the buyer finds after inspection that the goods are damaged, he has the right to filea claim with the underwriter against a surveyor’s report wit hin 30 days of the arrivalof the goods at the port of destination.4. We regret to inform you that of the invoiced 12 laser printers in Case No. 8, five werefound upon arrival to be badly damaged. (OR: We wish to inform you that Case No. 8 was invoiced as containing 12 laser printers, five of which were regrettably found upon arrival to be badly damaged.)5. The People’s Insurance Company of China is a large state-owned enterprise, whichenjoys the reputation of settling claims promptly and equitably and has agencies in the main ports and areas throughout the world.1. With no definite instructions from you even at the end of last month, we could not buteffect insurance against W.P.A. as usual so as to avoid delay in shipment.2. If you prefer insurance under Institute Cargo Clauses, we shall be pleased to comply,but the difference in premium, if any, shall be for your account.3. We had the goods examined by a surveyor upon their arrival and found that fourteencases were broken. Now we enclose a list of the damaged goods.4. The surveyor’s report shows that these goods are unsalable. Therefore, we have to askfor immediate replacements.5. Thank you for your fax of October 22, quoting us your present rate for All Risks.Now we wish to insure with you the following consignment:Dear Sir/MadamWe have received your quotation of November 5, which we find quite competitive. We would be glad if you would cover us against All Risks, warehouse to warehouse, to the value of Can$274,895.--, on 15 (fifteen) cases of ceramic handicrafts, from Qingdao to Vancouver by M. V. Seagull.The certificate must reach us by the 17th at the latest, since it has to be presented with the other documents to the bank with which a letter of credit has been opened.We look forward to your prompt reply.Yours sincerelyUnit 6I. 1.6. B/DB/D2.7.A/BA/B/C3.8.DC/D4.9.CB/C/D5.10.B/CA/B/C/DII.III. IV.V. 1. We are glad to have obtained your name and address from our Commercialcounsellor’s Office and learned that you can supply a special kind of detector, Model DA-880k, which can test the degree of air pollution.2. Should you not have what we want but a similar article of better quality, pleasesupply it instead, provided the price is not more than 10% higher.3. As requested, we shall draw on you at 60 days’ sight for the amount of our invoice, acopy of which is enclosed and the original sent to the bank.4. Since our L/C reached you as early as the beginning of last month, we hope you willmake delivery at the stipulated time, for any delay will cause us great inconvenience and considerable financial loss.5. There was a slight delay owing to the breakdown of a machine, which held uppacking for two days, but as we knew it would not affect the delivery limit, we did not inform you.to ensure, reach, follows, is wrapped, being packed, separated, to hold, are secured, has answered, receiving1. If cartons are used, please supply each chemical in strong polythene bags to ensureprotection from damp.2. A light case reinforced by battens would meet your requirements and be muchcheaper than a solid wooden case, as the former would be non-returnable.3. When the various items of your order are complete in our warehouse, we will packthem into bundles of suitable size for shipment.4. Please make our order up into bales of about 200 kg. each, covered with waterprooffabric and strapped vertically and horizontally with metal bands.5. All polished parts of the machine are to be wrapped and generously padded to avoidscratching and knocking against the container.1. Export crates for goods of the type you name are completely enclosed by plywood,and firmly battened.2. Export orders are put up in strong cases, cleated and wire-strapped. Solid packing andstuffing inside the cases gives protection from vibration and jarring.3. All powders are wrapped in polythene bags and then packed in tins, the lids of whichare sealed with adhesive tape.4. Valves and all delicate parts are to be wrapped in soft material and firmly packed incardboard boxes. These in turn are to be packed in cases in such a manner that movement inside the cases is impossible.5. We give you on the attached sheet full details regarding packing and marking. Thesemust be strictly observed.VI. VII. 1. In order to reduce damage in transit to a minimum, we have to insist that the goods bepacked / on having the goods packed / on your packing the goods in sturdy wooden cases.2. The transparent packaging enables the customer to see clearly / offers the customer aclear view of the graceful shape and the beautiful colors of the porcelain inside.3. The transparent packaging facilitates/ is suitable for sales in supermarkets,department stores, and other retail outlets.4. Though cartons cut down packing costs, our customers are worried that theunderwriter may shirk his responsibility and refuse compensation, shifting the blame onto packing in unseaworthy cartons.5. We have discussed the matter of packing with the manufacturers several times andcan assure you of their full cooperation.Dear Mr. MertonWe thank you for you letter of June 26, and would like to confirm that we are still offering our Phoenix range at the prices quoted in our letter of June 15. We are sure that you find these prices quite competitive.Meanwhile, we understand your concern over packing and wish to give you the following details:Each vase is wrapped in a polybag, and then put in a foamed plastic casing, which is in turn placed in a decorative cardboard box. These boxes are packed in specially designed polythene-lined strong cardboard cartons, twelve to a carton, so that no movement inside the cartons is possible.Besides, on the outside of each carton are clearly stencilled in fadeless ink such warning marks as “FRAGILE” and “HANDLE WITH CARE”.We hope you will agree that we have taken every possible precaution to ensure the safe transportation of our products.We look forward to receiving your order.Sincerely yoursI. 1. We are pleased to have received your L/C No. F-07567 but regret to find that someterms in it do not conform to contract stipulations. You are therefore requested tomake the following amendments immediately to enable us to effect shipment in time.2. Under the present circumstances, our usual practice is to return the goods to you. Butconsidering the close relationship between us, we now ask you to reduce the price by40% and reimburse us immediately.3. The customers here have always been satisfied with your products. However, someEuropean manufacturers have recently launched new models, and these are catchingon very fast. In view of the increased competition, we wonder whether you canimprove your present designs.4. We have received your inquiry of October 18 and appreciate your interest in ourmicrowave ovens. For you information, our products are superior in quality andcompetitive in price. To give you a general idea of the various models we deal in, weare enclosing our latest leaflets for your reference.5. Having seen samples of your products, we are prepared to give them a trial, providedyou can guarantee delivery on or before March 31. The enclosed order is placedstrictly on this condition.II. 1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10. A. Since there is, C. this month, D. the goodsB. isC. instructA. liable for, C. they areB. to the contraryD. to advanceA. shipping, D. earlierA. these circumstances,B. hold you, D. the wrong deliveryA. it our duty, D. have got / haveA. cause you inconvenience,B. but as,C. are fully committed,D. kindly / fully/III. IV. ordered, have been despatched, arranged, (are) numbered, is arriving, sailed, have been handed, opened, will pay, will be1. We are pleased to inform you that your order no. 32 has been despatched, packed intwelve 100 kg. cases, in accordance with your instructions.2. In view of the urgency of the order, we have despatched it today by air, so that thegoods should reach you tomorrow.3. Our rates are subject to alteration without prior notice, except in the case of specialcontract.4. We have connections throughout the world and as a result of our wide experience wecan advise you on suitable packing and method of transport for any country to which you wish to export.V. VI. VII. 5. As you have been informed in one of our previous letters, the users are in urgent needof the machines contracted and are in fact pressing us for an early delivery.1. We have already executed that part of your order which we could supply from stock.The remainder may be subject to a delay of four to six weeks.2. We shall be glad to know frequency of sailings, lowest rates for large shipments, andgroupage rates for small consignments.3. The goods under your order No. 297 have been packed and are ready for despatch,and we would be pleased if you would fill up, sign and return the attached instructions form as soon as possible.4. You can save both time and money by letting us handle all shipping and Customsformalities for you.5. To assist you in introducing our products into your market as early as possible, weagree to advance the initial shipment of 1/3 (one third) of the total quantity from June/July to April/May.1. The quantity of this parcel to be shipped to your port is so small that no vessel wouldlike to call there. We therefore hope that the wording “Transhipment is allowed” can be included in the contract. (OR: Since the quantity of this parcel is too small to induce any vessel to call at your port, we wish to have the clause “transhipme nt is allowed” indicated/stated in the contract.)2. Containerized transportation owes its great popularity to its easy operation, speedycirculation/distribution of goods and direct forwarding of commodities from manufacturers’ premises / the point of manufacture to supermarkets.3. Although our L/C was opened two months ago, we regret that having contacted ourlocal forwarding agents several times we are told that the ship on which you assert shipping space has been booked has not yet reached your port.4. We are disappointed that Speedsure Cycles Ltd., to whom we entrusted the shipmentof your order, failed our expectation, and we have to apologize for the great inconvenience caused.5. If you want to have the goods shipped in containers, we shall be pleased to comply. Ifnot, we shall ship the goods in our customary packing.Dear Mr. ArnoldRe: Order No. 896 S/C No. 980927From your letter of October 20 concerning the captioned S/C, we understand that instead of the stipulated two equal shipments in January and February, 1999 respectively, you now wish to have 80% of the total quantity shipped in November and the balance in December this year.In reply, we wish to inform you that although we have the required quantity in stock, your request came too late for November shipment, especially because direct sailings for yourport are few and far between. Besides, the relevant L/C is yet to be opened.Therefore, we would suggest that 80% of the total quantity be shipped in December this year and the balance 20% in January, 1999, provided your L/C reaches us not later than November 20.Please let us know promptly whether this arrangement is convenient to you.Unit 8I. 1.6.DA/B/C2.7.A/CA/B/D3.8.BA/C/D4.9.BC5.10.CB/DII. 1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.C. cartons” instead of one-dozen cartons D. (Place D between A and B.)B. /, D. /D. (Either place D at the beginning of the sentence, or cross it out and change B into “small firms' entry”.)A. have received with thanks,B. but,C. to inform you,D. (Place D right after B.)B. your available itemsA. There is,B. ladies' garments for exportC. exquisite in workmanship,D. exactly the / the veryA. reduce the price by USD2.--,B. per yard,C. the expansion of,D. businessA. compare it with,B. it by 20%,C. we do not think it is,D. to conclude a transactionD. /B. the following / the following several,C. conformIII. IV.have given, to open, covering, is stipulated, be shipped, would/will appreciate, would/will fax, airmail, listed, is / has been effected1.With regard to terms of payment, we regret being unable to consider your requestfor D/A at 60 days' sight.2.Please let us know upon receipt of this letter what difficulties you actually have inopening the L/C.3.However, on going through your L/C No. 123 we regretfully find several clauses tobe amended.4.Much to our regret, we are unable to comply with your request for an extension of。

Chapter II Establishing Business RelationsLesson OneExercisesI. Translate the following expressions into Chinese:1. 棉布业务6.under separate cover2. 国营公司7.for your reference3 进出口8. commercial counselor’s office4 业务范围9. look forward to5 建立业务关系10. latest catalogueII. Translating the following into English:1. …you are a state-owned corporation dealing in chemicals.2. …upon receipt of your quotation3. …specializing in arts and crafts.4. …establish business relations with you.5. We are airmailing yo u…6. We have established business relations with the firms of more than 100 countries in the world…III. Translate the following sentences into Chinese:1. 我们很乐意向你自我介绍, 我们是一家国营公司专门经营罐头食品出口业务，我们渴望和你们建立业务关系。

2. 我们是国家对外贸易经济合作部批准成立的上海商业系统的进出口公司。

我们在世界上一直享有很高的声誉。

3. 我们是一流棉布与人造丝业务的主要出口商之一，由于有五十年的业务经验使我们享有极佳的声誉。

4. 承蒙东京商会介绍，我们了解贵公司在世界各地供应高品质的食品。

新编商务英语函电练习答案Unit 2 The Structure and Styles of BusinessLetters1.A rrange the following information in a proper form as they should be set out in a business letter(Omitted)2.R ead the following letter and try to point out the problems in this letter1)The writing and position of the date arewrong. The date should be spelt like “June 7th, 2006”.2)The position of “attention”is notcorrect. The attention line should be placed above the salutation line in a letter. But in this letter, there is not need to write attention line, for the insideaddress indicates that this letter is only addressed to that Department.3)Dear Sirs should be changed into“ Dear Clara J. Smith4)Delete the “Best wishes” line.3.F ill in each of the blanks in the following letter with an appropriate word or expressions given in the box.1.s et2. attention3. comparable4. but5. appreciate6. fresh7. dependable4.W riting PracticeDear Mr. Liu,Thank you for your letter in which you ask me to tell you about ways to keep your letter a neat appearance.There are some ways to help us to keep letters a clear and neat appearance, andthey usually vary to a great extent, but the following are some well-accepted guidelines: ●Leave a good margin on both sides (2-5cm) and on top and bottom (3-5cm);●Use quality paper for both your letter and envelope;●Use a good printer, preferably a laser printer, to achieve the best position effect;●Eliminate spelling mistakes and use good English.Hope that these can help you a lot.If you have any questions, please let me know.Yours sincerelyZhang LuyuanUnit 3 Establishing Business Relations1. Put the following terms or phrases from English into Chinese or vice versa.(1) 工艺(2) 目录(3) 领事(4) 价格单(5) 专营(6) 促进……销售(7) by separate mail (8)to enter into…relations with…(9) in compliance with their requirements (9) to open up a market in China(11) stable financial status (12) to enjoy high popularity2. Fill in the blanks of the following letters with the words given below, and change the form when necessary.1 owe2 informed3 interested4 establish5 purpose6 opportunity7 specializing 8 reputation9 proposal3. Complete the following sentences with the Chinese given in the brackets.(1)would like to establish business relations with your company(2)take immediate measures(3)place large and regular orders(4)known for their superior quality and fine workmanship; both at home and abroad(5)take this opportunity; specializing in electronic equipment(6)by the commencement of some practical transactions(7)We owe your name and address to the Commercial Counselor’s Office of the Chinese Embassy in your country(8)We would like to introduce our company as one of the leading exporter ofsilk products(9)in close contact with all the distributors here4. Translate the following letter into English.Dear Sirs,We owe your name and address to the Commercial Counselor’s office of the Chinese Embassy in Paris, through whom we understand that you are interested in doing business in China.We take this opportunity to introduce ourselves as one of the important dealers in the line of communication equipment in China for many years. We should appreciate your catalogues and quotations of your products, and we shall gladly study the sales prospects in our market.We will appreciate your early reply.Yours faithfully,5. Writing practiceDear Sirs,From the Chamber of Commerce of Beijing, we have come to know the name and address of your firm and we shall be pleased to enter into business relations with you.We specialize in the exportation of various electric machines which have enjoyed great popularity in the world market. At present, we mainly supply machines made in China at competitive prices.We send you separately by airmail a copy ofthe latest catalog. Please let us know if there are any items, which are of interest to you and we look forward to receiving from you specific enquiries.Yours faithfully,Unit 4 Inquiries and Replies1. Put the following terms or phrases from English into Chinese or vice versa.(1) 特别折扣(2) 最新价格单(3) 现金支付(4) 形式发票(5) 回应(6) 宣传册(7) supply from stock (8) enclosed (9) bulk transactions (10) business scope(11) sold items (12) operating instructions2. Fill in the blanks of the following letterswith the words given below, and change the form when necessary.1interested 2 obliged3 quotation4 inform5 purchase6 prefer7 quantities 8 discount9 convinced3. Complete the following sentences with the Chinese given in the brackets.(1) the most well-known producer of sweaters for ladies and men(2) enclosing our latest illustrated catalogue and price list(3) pay by irrevocable L/C at sight(4) information on our other products(5) their superior quality and competitive prices; help you enlarge your market shares (6) can supply from stock; the lowest quotation FOB Shanghai(7) are interested in your products; have your quotations for the following items(8) since the date of receiving the order(9) sending you the pro form invoice in quadruplicate(10) not binding on our party4. Translate the following letter into English.Dear Sirs,Microwave oven SU472Thank you for your fax of June 17 requesting us to offer firmly our Microwave oven SU472. This morning we faxed to offer you 3000 sets of SU472 Microwave Oven at ________US dollars per set FOB Shanghai, shipped in August and September. This offer is firm, subject to acceptance by July 20.Please note we offered you the most favorable price and are unable to entertain any counter offer.As regards SU472 Microwave oven, we would like to inform you that we have made other offers for the current stock. However, if you give us an acceptable price, you are likely to get them.You know well that recently the raw material prices have been increasing sharply and this will definitely cause the prices of microwave oven to rise. Therefore, you will benefit from this increase if you make a prompt reply.Yours faithfully,5. Writing practiceSituational writing 1Dear Sirs,We are a company that imports and exports hardware products and we have enclosed our company’s brochure for your reference.We have learned from one Spanish company of the same trade that you are a producer of hardware items in Italy. We are interested in the hardware products made in Italy, for there is a steady demand in our market for them.We will be appreciative if you send us a copy of your latest catalogue and price list, with details of your price, terms of payment, discount policies, and range of your products.We look forward to hearing from you soon.Yours faithfully,Situational writing 2Dear Mr. John,We thank you for your inquiry of June 23 and are pleased to send you our latest illustrated catalogue and price list for our steal cleats. We feel confident you will be satisfied with our goods because they are both excellent in quality and reasonable in price.As for your requested quotation, we can reassure you that there is no problem in granting you the term on per kilo CFR Liverpool basis.We also produce a wide range of steel products in which we think you may beinterested. They are fully illustrated in the catalogue and are of the same high quality as our cleats.We look forward to hearing from you.Yours faithfully,Situational writing 3We have learned your name and address from the latest issue of Digital World and are interested in your newly designed TF58 digital cameras.We are one of the largest importers of digital products in China, and have wide connections with the local distributors in most large cities.In order to acquaint us with functions and workmanship of your cameras, we shall bepleased if you could send us your catalogue, some samples and other necessary information on TF58 digital cameras.You are kindly requested to quote your best CIF C5% Tokyo prices.Your immediate attention to the above is appreciated.Yours faithfully,。

Unit 2 EnquiriesI. Translate the following terms into Chinese1. performance性能2. business concern 商行，企业3. Consulate 领事馆4. rock bottom price 最低价格5. potential customer潜在客户6. Proforma invoice形式发票7. seasonal discount季节折扣8. specifications 规格9. terms of trade 贸易条件10. firm offer 实盘II. Translate the following terms into English.1.商务参赞commercial counsellor2.商会chamber of commerce3.业务状况business status4.现金折扣cash discount5.装运日期date of shipment6.购买purchase7.资信证明reference8.相互的利益mutual benefit9.广告advertisement10.商品commodityIII. Choose the best answer from the four choices.1. If you can accept payment by L/C, we will make you a very competitive (B).A. orderB. offerC. leafletD. attachment2. If your samples meet our requirements, we will A a large order. (A)A. placeB. giveC. sendD. issue3. We may reconsider terms of payment once we had established a .(C)A. trade associationB. trades associationC. trading associationD. traded association4. As requested, we are writing to make you a firm offer : (B)A. as followingB. as followsC. as followedD. as followWe are writing to5. We are writing to you in the hope of setting up business relations with you. (A)A. contactB. get in touchC. contact withD. approach with6. Attached is our catalogue. (D)A. pictureB. illustrationC. picturedD. illustrated7. This article is quoted at f 15.90 dozen CIF London. (B)A. eachB. perC. aD. one8. We wish to offer as listed below. (A)A. firmB. firmlyC. firmingD. firmed9. Owing to unforeseen difficulties, the factory cannot send the goods to us schedule. (C)A.inB. toC. onD. of10. Would you please more information about the fabrics to be processed? (C)A. furnish usB. furnish withC. furnish us withD. furnish theIV. Fill in each of the blanks with a proper preposition.1. If you can produce goods to our design, let us have details of costs.2. May we have your quotation, together with other trade terms?3. The customer asks for a 20% discount off net list prices.4. We enclose an order form for your convenience.5. We hope to interest you in this new kind of glassware.6. If you find in our catalogue anything of interest, please let us know.7. The prices quoted will apply only to orders received on or before 6 April.8. Please quote us for the supply of the items listed on the enclosed inquiry form.9. As requested in your fax of May 12, we return two copies of your Sales Contract No. AC-800 for your file.10. The M. V. Elizabeth is scheduled to arrive on July 25.VI. Translate the following Chinese sentences into English.1. 我们专营甜食糖果，与全国的食品店有广“泛的联系。

Key to exercisesUnit 2I. Fill in the blanks with proper words or expressions and then translate the following into Chinese.(1) the liberty of/ the opportunity of;译：我们冒昧写信期望与贵公司建立业务关系。

(2) please find;译：随函附寄我方价目表一份。

(3) of ;译：我方冒昧写信希望得到贵方关于东北大米的最优惠数量折扣。

(4) attention;译：如蒙贵公司即刻处理此事则不胜感激。

(5) to, to;译：承蒙AAA公司的史密斯先生把推荐，得知贵公司是伦敦的主要进口商之一。

(6) as;译：罗宾逊公司向我方介绍说贵公司是五金产品的主要经销商之一。

(7) learned/obtained/known/had/noted, from, in;译：我们从贵国驻悉尼大使馆的商务参赞处获知贵公司地址。

(8) Upon/On, specific;译：一俟收到贵公司的具体询盘，我方将立即给贵方航寄我方的报价单。

(9) general, various, available;译：为了使贵方对我方各种可供出口的罐装食品有个总体了解，我方随函附寄一本产品宣传手册。

(10) market;译：我公司现求购高质量的搪瓷制品。

(11) reference/information/consideration;译：应你方询盘要求，我方现随函附寄产品目录和价目单，供你方查阅。

Ⅱ. Fill in the blanks of the following letter.courtesy; leading/largest; opportunity; as; specializing; wish; with; idea; latest; uponⅢ. Choose the appropriate words to fill in the blanks.as; in ; by; with; on; under; from; at; to; againstⅣ. Translate the following into English.1. We learned from the Embassy of ours in New York that your company specialized in cotton furnishings, and we hope to establish business relations with you to our mutual benefit.2. We are very much interested in the advertisement in “China Today”. Please inform us the details of this commodity.3. In comply with your request, we enclose the illustrated catalogue for your reference.4. Samples and quotations at favorable prices will be immediately sent to you upon receipt of your specific inquiry.5. We are a trading company doing import and export business all over the world.Ⅴ. Translate the following into Chinese.1.贵方8月2日询盘已经收到，得知贵公司对MP208款真空吸尘器感兴趣。