EP024 Asking for Time Off | Elementary

This podcast episode focuses on providing useful phrases and vocabulary for English learners who need to ask for time off from work. The hosts, Marco and Erica, introduce the topic by presenting a dialogue between an employee, Liv, and her boss, Mr. McKenna, where Liv requests unpaid leave for a month to attend her sister's overseas wedding. Key vocabulary such as "vacation days," "overseas," "unpaid leave," and "notice" are explained with examples. The hosts also break down polite phrases like "Do you have a second?" and "Would you be okay with that?" to help learners approach their bosses respectfully and indirectly when making such requests. They emphasize the importance of using polite language and avoiding direct demands to maintain a respectful tone in professional communication.