Shopping at a market in English
You’re at a fruit stall. Choose what you want, say how many, and check that you can pay by card.
Shopping at a market
Buy four red apples and pay by card.
You’ll practice in English. Instructions, hints and feedback appear in the language you choose.
Conversation guide
Name the item, then give the amount
At a produce stand, you may be asked what you want before the seller asks how much. If the items are sold individually, give a number. If they’re priced by weight, give the amount and the unit together. You can point to the display if there are several varieties, then say the name or color aloud.
Check what the price refers to
A price might be per item, per unit of weight, or the total for everything you’ve chosen. Listen for words like “each” and “a pound,” and ask whether the price is the total if you’re unsure. When the seller asks how you’re paying, choose the method you intend to use.
Switch from a count to a weight
Try asking for three pears. Then imagine buying grapes that are sold by weight. Use the same opening, but change the way you give the amount.
More conversations
Coffee shop
Order a small latte and ask for it to go.
Hotel check-in
Confirm your reservation, give your name and say how long you’re staying.
Meeting a friend
Agree on a day, a time and where to meet.
Buying a train ticket
Say where you’re going, pick a ticket and catch the next train.
Ordering at a restaurant
Order a meal and ask for the check when you’re done.
Asking for directions
Find the library on foot and double-check where to turn.
At the pharmacy
Find a product, choose a pack and ask how much it costs.
Shopping for clothes
Ask for a color and size, then try the sweater on.
Returning a purchase
Explain the return, show your receipt and ask for a refund.
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