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Polish artist and journalist Janina Ipohorska said: “Buying is easy. It's hard to pay." However, sometimes shopping can be a different kind of difficulty, such as when we have to communicate in English in a store. In this article, we will present you with an understandable and convenient phrasebook on the topic “In the store” and tell you about the features of shopping abroad.
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Imagine that you are abroad in a hotel. You have already swum in the sea, and even the local natives envy your golden tan. What else to do with yourself? We offer you to try alternative medicine, namely shopping therapy! Shopping is an excellent remedy for depression and the feeling of the frailty of life. Ready to go shopping?
Store names in English with translation
To begin with, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the names of stores in English, because this will greatly facilitate your orientation in the city. If necessary, you can ask the locals for the location of the nearest confectionery store and you can easily navigate the signs on the streets of the city.
| Word | Translation |
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| appliance store | home appliances store |
| bookshop/bookstore | book store |
| bottle shop/store, off-license | liquor store |
| boutique | boutique (expensive clothing store) |
| butcher's | Butcher shop |
| card shop | shop of postcards and gift wrapping |
| dairy /ˈdeəri/ | dairy store |
| department store | department store (all goods are sold: from food to furniture) |
| fishmonger's/fish shop/store/market | fish shop |
| florist's | flower shop |
| gift shop | gift shop |
| greengrocer's | vegetable shop |
| grocer's | grocery store (grocery) |
| ironmonger's/hardware shop | tool and hardware store |
| jeweler's/jewelry shop | jewelry shop |
| mall (shopping center) | mall (usually consists of clothing stores) |
| market | market |
| newsagent's | newsstand |
| optician's | optics shop |
| outlet center | Outlet |
| patisserie / sweet shop / confectioner's | Candy store |
| perfumery | perfume shop |
| pet shop | pet Shop |
| pharmacy/drugstore/chemist's | pharmacy |
| record shop | a music shop |
| retail park | retail park (view of the shopping center) |
| shoe shop | shoe store |
| shop/store | score |
| stationer's | stationery store |
| supermarket | supermarket (usually a convenience store) |
| tobacco shop | tobacco shop |
| toyshop | a toy shop |
As you noticed, a pharmacy can be called by three different words: pharmacy, chemist's and drugstore. What is the difference between them? It is believed that the drugstore is the American version of the name of the pharmacy, and the terms pharmacy and chemist's are better used in the UK. Previously, the word drug only in the United States and Canada meant both drugs and medications at the same time. Now the word drugstore is already used by residents of foggy Albion. However, today there is another difference between these two terms. In most cases, the pharmacy and chemist’s dispense drugs only by prescription, while the drugstore also sells over-the-counter drugs, as well as cosmetics, personal care products, etc.
Outlet is not yet a very popular type of store in our country. The outlet is a shopping center that sells branded clothing at significant discounts. Most often, this is the sale of deposits of goods in store warehouses. Quite often, outlets are located outside the city, which allows sellers to minimize costs and sell things at a small margin.
Retail Park is an outlet-like mall. Retail parks are centers built in a short time from cheap materials, and sometimes they even look like hangar structures. Renting a room in such a building is cheap, so things here are sold at ridiculous prices. American-type retail parks are usually located outside the city, British-type - within the city. In Russia, there is not a single classic retail park yet.
How to find the right store
Have you decided to go shopping for clothes or are you going to buy souvenirs for friends and relatives? Then ask the receptionist at the hotel where the nearest shops and boutiques are located. You can do this with the following phrases in English.
| Phrase | Translation |
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| Where is the nearest mall/supermarket? | Where is the nearest mall/supermarket? |
| Is there an outlet center in the area? | Is there an outlet somewhere in the area? |
| Where can I buy a suit? | Where can I buy a suit? |
| Can you recommend any bookstores? | Can you recommend any bookstores? |
| I am looking for a toyshop. | I am looking for a toy store. |
| Where can I get flowers? | Where can I buy flowers? |
A hotel employee can answer you in this way:
| Phrase | Translation |
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| There is a good toy store just around the corner. | There is a good toy store just around the corner. |
| The best bookstore is in the mall. | The best bookstore is in the mall. |
| The nearest boutique is a few miles away. | The nearest boutique is a few miles from here. |
Basic vocabulary for dialogue in the store
Before visiting the store, let's look at the basic words you need to know in order to make a purchase in the store while communicating in English. We will list the vocabulary with which you can build the necessary phrases.
| Word | Translation |
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| a basket | basket in the supermarket |
| a cash desk | cash register |
| a cashier | cashier |
| a changing/fitting room | dressing room |
| a check | receipt |
| a coin | coin |
| a counter | counter |
| a credit card | credit card |
| a customer | customer |
| a discount | discount |
| a note (bank note) | banknote |
| a receipt /rɪˈsiːt/ | receipt |
| a refund | refund of the cost of the goods: money that is given to you when you return the item |
| a shop assistant / salesman | salesman |
| shop window | showcase |
| a trolley | trolley in the supermarket |
| buy/purchase | purchase |
| cash | cash |
| change | change |
| sale | sale |
| scales | scales |
| cheap | cheap |
| expensive | expensive |
| high quality | high quality |
| second-hand | used |
| to choose/select/pick | select |
| to go shopping | to go shopping |
| to haggle/bargain | to bargain |
| to pay (in) cash | pay in cash |
| to pay by/with credit card | pay by card |
| to pay for | pay for (something) |
| to queue up, to line up, to stand in line | stand in line for (something) |
| to take off | take off (thing) |
| to try on | try on |
Phrases for dialogue in the store in English
So, the goal is achieved - you have found a particular store and decided to make a few purchases. However, it is unlikely that you will have time to go to the right department or find the item you are looking for on your own: helpful sellers lie in wait at the entrance offering help to all suffering buyers. He may ask you the following questions:
| Phrase | Translation |
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| Can I help you? | I can help you? |
| What would you like? | What would you like? |
| Are you looking for something special? | Are you looking for something specific? |
| Are you being served? | Are you being served? |
| Which do you prefer? | What do you prefer? |
If you are looking for something specific, do not refuse the help of the seller, he will help you find the right thing. Do you want to look around and walk around the store? Report this to the seller: abroad, the phrase “I’m just browsing” is perceived quite adequately, and no one will incinerate you with a look for such words.
| Phrase | Translation |
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| Could/Can you tell me where suits are? | Could you tell me where the costumes are? |
| Where can I find dresses? | Where can I find dresses? |
| Do you have dresses in stock? | Do you have dresses for sale? |
| Excuse me, I can't find the toy section. | Sorry, I can't find the toy section. |
| Can you help me? | Can you help me? |
| I am looking for a dress. | I am looking for a dress. |
| I need a new suit. | I need a new suit. |
| Do you sell flowers? | Do you sell flowers? |
| I'm just browsing/looking. | I'm just watching. |
So, you are in the right department, choose something original for yourself. Below is a list of phrases that you will need if you are going to buy clothes abroad. Some offers can also be used on other products. If you are going to buy something tasty abroad, pay attention to the article "Food in English", in it you will find all the vocabulary you need.
| Phrase | Translation |
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| Show me this, please. | Show it to me please. |
| What is the price of this dress/suit? | How much is this dress/suit? |
| How much is it? / How much does it cost? | How much is it? |
| It's very expensive/cheap. | It's very expensive/cheap. |
| Trying on things | |
| I would like to try it on. | I'd like to try this on. |
| May I try it on? | Can I try it? |
| Where is the changing room? | Where is the fitting room located? |
| I'm size 10. | I have 10 size. |
| This is not my size. | This is not my size. |
| These shoes are tight. | These shoes are tight. |
| It seems to fit well. | It seems to fit well. |
| It's too loose/tight. | It's too loose/tight. |
| This is too big/small. | It's too big/small. |
| Do you have a larger/smaller size? | Do you have a larger/smaller size? |
| Do you have this in a size 11? | Do you have this item in size 11? |
| Can you measure me? | Can you take my measurements/size? |
| Would you measure my waist, please? | Could you measure my waist please? |
| Questions about the item | |
| I would like another colour. | I would like a different color. |
| Have you got this in another color? | Do you have this item in another color? |
| Is this on sale? | Is this item on sale? |
| Is this made of leather/silk? | Is it made of leather/silk? |
| What is this jacket made of? | What is this jacket made of? (what material) |
| Is this new or second hand? | Is this new or used? |
| Can I bring this back if it doesn't fit? | Can I return an item if it doesn't fit me? |
| Report that you are buying an item | |
| I will take it. | I'll take it. |
| I would like to pay cash. | I would like to pay in cash. |
| Could you wrap it, please? | Could you wrap it up? |
| Where is the cash desk? | Where is the checkout located? |
| Refuse to buy or postpone it | |
| I don't like this. | I do not like it. |
| It is not what I am looking for. | This is not what I'm looking for. |
| It is not quite what I wanted. | It's not exactly what I wanted. |
| I just can't make up my mind. | I can't decide what to buy. |
| I'm not sure which I like. | Can't decide what I like. |
| It doesn't fit me. | It doesn't fit me (in size). |
| It does not suit me. | It doesn't suit me (color, style, etc.). |
| I will come back later. | I will come back later. |
To determine your size, you can use the following site asos.com. Pay attention to the first column of numbers for each of the sizes, there are parameters for this size in centimeters.
The seller will communicate with you, answer your questions and ask your own. You need to understand what he is saying, so here is a list of phrases in English that you can hear in the store from the seller.
| Phrase | Translation |
|---|---|
| The answer to the question about the availability of an item | |
| Sorry, we are short of it at the moment. | Sorry, we're done with it. |
| Sorry, we don't have any left. | Sorry, this is gone. |
| Sorry, we don't sell them. | Sorry, we don't sell these things. |
| This is on sale. | It is on sale. |
| Questions about the item | |
| What color would you like? | What color (item) would you like? |
| Would you like to try it on? | Would you like to try it on? |
| What size do you wear? / What is your size? | What size do you wear? |
| Does it fit right? | Does it suit you? |
| What about this? | How about this? |
| This dress/suit fits well. | This dress/suit fits you well. |
| Completion of the purchase | |
| Anything else? | Anything else? |
| Do you want to take it? | Will you take it? |
| I will take this to the check-out for you. | I'll take it to the checkout for you. |
| Please, pay at the check-out. | Please pay at the checkout. |
If you decide to buy any electronic device abroad, be sure to check in the store if it works. Also ask the seller if there is a guarantee for this thing, because by the period of the guarantee provided, you can roughly judge the quality of the goods: the longer the guarantee, the better the thing. Ask the following questions:
| Phrase | Translation |
|---|---|
| May I see it working? | May I see how it works? |
| Does it come with a guarantee? | Is there a warranty on this item? |
They will definitely show you what and how it works, and when you ask about a guarantee, you can get something like the following answer:
| Phrase | Translation |
|---|---|
| It comes with a three year guarantee. | This item has a three year warranty. |
Promotions and sales are the main emptying of the wallet. But how difficult it is to refuse the next purchase when you are offered such an attractive discount! For those who like to buy things at a bargain price, we offer a list of phrases that you can see in stores. Study them, and then you will definitely not pass by a cool sale.
| Phrase | Translation |
|---|---|
| the Autumn Sales are on | Fall sales are on now |
| buy one get one free | buy one item, get the second one for free |
| buy one get 35% off your second item | buy one item and get 35% off the second one |
| all out-of-season stock on sale | seasonal sale |
| buy two for the price of one | buy two items for the price of one |
| closing-down sale | store sale before closing |
| clearance sale | complete sale |
| reduced to clear | markdown (not due to marriage, but to sell the thing faster) |
In addition to discounts, there may be other signs in stores, the meaning of which is useful to understand. So, if you buy something bulky, you need to see if it will be delivered to your door or if you have to manage on your own. In addition, there are items that cannot be returned or exchanged. Some stores offer only items for exchange when returning, that is, you do not have the opportunity to return your money. Pay attention to the following inscriptions in stores.
at the checkout
At the checkout, you will need to take a queue, if there is one, and also chat with the cashier, who will tell you the total amount of purchases. You cannot understand what numbers the cashier calls? Ask him to write the amount due on a piece of paper.
If at the checkout it suddenly turns out that the item costs a little more than you expected, directly tell the cashier about it. Abroad, they calmly treat people who refuse too expensive purchases, so no complexes. In addition, in stores you can be offered a nice discount, and you will still get the item at the expected price. We suggest using the following phrases in English in the store.
| Phrase | Translation |
|---|---|
| Are you in the queue? | Are you standing in line? |
| Can you write down the price? | Can you post a price? |
| Sorry, that is more than I thought it would be. | Sorry, this item costs more than I thought. |
| Do you have something cheaper? | Do you have anything less expensive? |
| Do you take credit cards? | Do you accept credit cards? |
| Can I pay by credit card? | Can I pay by credit card? |
| What is the price after the discount? | What is the price of the item including the discount? |
| What is the total? | What is the total amount? |
| How much do I owe you? | How much do I owe you? |
| I need a receipt. | I need a check. |
| Can I have the receipt, please? | Can I have a check please? |
| Can I buy it tax-free? | Can I buy this without tax? |
If you pay for your purchases in cash, you can communicate with the cashier using the following phrases:
The cashier might tell you something like this:
| Phrase | Translation |
|---|---|
| Would you like it wrapped? | Would you like to wrap it up? |
| Would you like a bag? | Do you need a package? |
| That is $50 altogether. | The total amount is 50 dollars. |
| Enter your PIN, please. | Please enter your PIN. |
| Here is your change. | This is your surrender. |
Returning an item to the store
Sometimes it happens that you buy a defective item and only find it in a hotel. What to do in this case? If you have kept the check, you will easily be refunded or offered to exchange the defective product for a similar one without flaws. The main thing is to speak calmly with the seller, there are strict laws abroad, so you will be met halfway in the event of a similar situation. Use these phrases.
| Phrase | Translation |
|---|---|
| I need to return this. / I need to turn this back. | I would like to return this item. |
| I would like to return a purchase and get a refund. | I would like to return my purchase and get my money back. |
| I bought this here yesterday. | I bought this here yesterday. |
| I would like my money back. | I would like my money back. |
| It is faulty. | The item is damaged. |
| It is broken. | The thing is broken. |
| Can I change it for another thing? | Can I exchange it for something else? |
1. Basic vocabulary
To buy something, you need to at least know the name of this "something" in English. Even if you forget some phrase, in extreme cases you can tell the seller the name of the desired product, use gestures and complete the purchase. Therefore, before the trip, think about what you will buy abroad, and learn the names of these words. For example, knowledge of clothes in English, names of cosmetics, useful vocabulary for communication in a pharmacy may be useful to you. In addition, be sure to repeat the numbers in English, because you will need to understand how much you need to pay at the checkout.
2. Practice exercises
Practical exercises on the topic "Shopping" are the best way to learn and memorize new vocabulary well, as well as see how it "works" in sentences. Many tasks for Beginner to Intermediate levels can be found at esolcourses.com.
3. Thematic podcasts
With podcasts, you can get your ears used to the sound of English speech. This is very important, because abroad you will have to not only speak, but also understand what the interlocutor wants to tell you. Moreover, you will be able to learn useful vocabulary on the topic. We invite you to listen to thematic audio materials on the website eslpod.com. They are read by a professional speaker at a rather slow pace, and each podcast has a text entry, so you can definitely understand what is being said (there are several materials freely available, to use all the site's podcasts you need to pay your membership to the listeners club).
4. Tax free benefit
Many countries have a VAT (Value Added Tax) refund system. The logic is this: you are not a resident of this state, and therefore you are not required to pay VAT. Since the amount of VAT is always included in the price of the goods, you must return it when leaving the country. The easiest way to get your money back: we issue a Tax Free Check in the store, where your data is indicated, as well as the seal and signature of the seller. When you leave the country, customs will stamp this receipt for you and you can receive a refund at special Tax Free cash Refund points. Usually such points are located near Duty Free shops. However, some stores do not like paperwork, so they may give you a discount on the amount of tax or offer some kind of gift. To calculate the amount of tax free that you can be reimbursed in a particular country, use this calculator.
5. Sales
As a rule, two sales are popular abroad: winter and summer. Shopping is especially attractive in winter: in many stores, they first hold pre-holiday Christmas sales, and after the holidays they finally empty the already thinner wallet of buyers with discounts of up to 70-80%. However, large outlets and retail parks hold sales all year round, whoever seeks will always find.
6. Thrifty left
Paco Underhill has been studying shoppers and store tricks. He gives an interesting fact. Most people are right-handed, so they immediately turn right when entering a store. Sellers take advantage of this and place the most expensive items on the right side. Therefore, look for products with discounts and at a bargain price on the left side of the store.
7. Clutter is profitable
Often in the store you can see the following picture: ordinary things are beautifully hung, and things on sale are dumped in an ugly mass on some table or lie in large baskets. This is another seller's trick: they do this so that you do not linger too much on inexpensive things. The calculation is this: when things are piled up, it seems that they look untidy and unfashionable, and it will take a lot of time to find the right size. However, in reality, the quality of things at a discount is in no way inferior to an ordinary thing, so the time spent on “digging” in piles of things pays off with interest.
Complete list of words and phrases for download
We have compiled a document for you, which contains words and expressions on this topic. You can download it from the link below.
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We think that now you are ready to conduct a dialogue in the store in English and will be able to appreciate shopping abroad. Use the learned phrases, and you can buy exactly what you have long dreamed of. We wish you many years of enjoyment with your purchases!
Useful words and phrases that will make shopping easier in an English speaking country. Names of stores and departments, basic vocabulary and typical phrases on the topic. Read, remember, buy!
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Today we will talk about a useful and enjoyable activity, which is called an understandable English word. shopping formed from the verb to shop- "buy".
According to scientists, in women, shopping leads to an increase in the level of “happiness hormones”, prolonging life (who would doubt it). However, things are not so clear with men: on average, they can only endure 26 minutes of this activity.
Our article is intended for those and for others: English expressions about shops and purchases will help to make shopping in an English-speaking country more enjoyable and productive.
Shopping - basic concepts
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Barcode |
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shopping cart |
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Cash |
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Cashier, cash desk |
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Changing room, fitting room |
Dressing room |
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check(UK) check(US) |
Check (bank) |
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credit card |
Credit card |
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customer |
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Debit card |
Payment (debit) card |
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Discount |
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Escalator |
Escalator |
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note, banknote, bill(US) |
banknote |
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Purse, money bag |
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Receipt (of purchase) |
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sales person, personnel |
Seller(s) |
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Showcase, shop-window, window |
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Trolley, basket trolley, shopping cart |
Shopping cart |
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Trolley park |
Parking place for shopping carts |
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Wallet |
Types of stores and department names of the department store
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Appliance department |
Household Appliances Department |
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Athletic wear department, sportswear store |
Sportswear department |
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Bakery, bakery |
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Bookshop / bookstore |
Book store |
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Butcher's |
Butcher shop |
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Chemist's(UK) / drug store(US), pharmacy(US) |
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corner shop(UK) |
"Corner Shop", a small shop in the back of a residential area selling essential goods (food, drinks, newspapers, etc.) |
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Delicatessen, deli |
Cooking shop (the assortment consists of dishes that cannot be bought in a regular supermarket) |
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department store |
General store, department store (a store that sells all kinds of goods) |
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DIY (do-it-yourself) store |
DIY shop |
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electrical store |
electrical goods store |
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Fishmonger's |
Seafood shop, fish shop |
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Flea market |
"Flea Market", used goods and antiques market |
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Florist's |
Flower shop |
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Greengrocer's |
Vegetable shop (also selling greens and fruits) |
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Grocer's(UK) / grocery store(US) |
grocery store |
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Haberdasher's, fancy goods department |
Haberdashery |
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Hardware shop / hardware store / ironmonger's |
Hardware store, "building materials" |
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Jeweler's / Jewelry |
Jewelry shop |
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ladies apparel shop/store, |
Women's clothing store/department, boutique |
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Market, shopping plaza(US) |
Open-air market) |
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Shopping center |
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Menswear store/shop |
Shop / department of men's clothing |
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Newsagent's |
newsstand |
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off license |
Bar, cafe (with a license to sell alcoholic beverages) |
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Optician's / optical department |
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Petrol station(UK) / gas station(US) |
Petrol station, gas station |
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Pet Shop |
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post office |
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Record shop, music shop / store |
Music store / department |
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Shoe shop / cobbler's |
shoe store |
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sports goods |
sporting goods |
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stationery |
Stationery |
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supermarket |
supermarket (vs. department store, the range is limited to food and essential goods) |
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tea shop(UK) |
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Toy shop / toy store |
toy store |
Useful expressions:
retail therapy - shopping for stress relief
retail - retail trade
therapy - treatment
shopping spree - shopping run, shopping marathon
spree - noisy fun, spree
to shop around - look closely / ask the price of the goods
to shop till you drop / to shop like there’s no tomorrow - shop until you drop / like the last time
till (until) - while
to drop - fall
to shoplift - shoplift
to try on - try on
Typical expressions when buying:
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- Can I help you? |
- Can I help you? |
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- I "m just looking / browsing, thank you. |
- I'm just looking, thanks. |
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Could you help me, please? |
Can you help me? |
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Could you tell me where the _________department is? |
Can you tell me where the _________ department is located? |
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Excuse me; I "m looking for a _________. |
I'm sorry, I'm looking for _________. |
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Do you sell …? |
Do you sell...? |
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Do you have any…? |
You have …? |
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I'm looking for … |
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Where can I find the …? |
Where can I find …? |
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How much is this? |
How much for it? |
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How much does this cost? |
How much is it? |
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That's (rather) cheap. |
It's (rather) cheap. |
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That's good / fair value. |
This is a good/fair price. |
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That's (too) expensive. |
It's too expensive. |
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Is there a fitting room? |
Is there a dressing room here? |
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Do you have this in a smaller / larger size / different color, please? |
Do you have this item in a smaller/larger size/other color? |
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Is this made of cotton / wool / leather…? |
Is it made of cotton/wool/leather…? |
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Does it have a warranty? |
Does it have a guarantee? |
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Can I have a receipt, please? |
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Do you accept credit cards? |
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Can I pay in cash? |
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In addition, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with our glossary articles and. English names of colors and shades are given in the article.
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In this article you will find all the necessary vocabulary on the topic of shopping and shopping in stores. How to buy, what to ask the seller, what to answer his questions and so on.
The topic is extensive, so for convenience we will divide the article into several parts. Let's look at words first, then phrases. In the end, we give some examples of dialogues between the buyer and the seller.
Let's start with basic words.
Words on the topic of shopping in English with translation
Where can I buy goods
shop/store- score
department store- supermarket
convenience store- small convenience store
grocery store- grocery store
online store— online store
toy shop / toy store- a toy shop
book shop- book store
jeweller's / jewelery store- jewelry shop
charity shop / second hand shop— second hand
shopping centre/shopping mall/mall– shopping center / complex
supermarket- supermarket
market- market
People associated with the sale/purchase
customer- buyer, customer
cashier / clerk- cashier / salesman
attendant / assistant- service person, assistant, salesman
manager- manager
A few more words related to shops
receipt- check, receipt
cash— cash
note- banknote
coins- coin
chip and pin machine— acquiring terminal
credit card / debit card— credit/debit card
loyalty card— loyalty card
trolley- cart
basket- basket
fitting room / changing room- dressing room
Phrases that can be heard in the store
Questions of the seller / consultant / manager
Can/May I help you?- Can I help you with anything?
Are you looking for anything in particular?- Looking for something specific?
Can I help you find something?— Can I help you find something?
What color would you like?- What color would you like?
What size would you like?- What size do you need?
Is there anything else I can help you with?- Is there anything else I can help you with?
Would you like to try it on?- Would you like to try it on?
What can I do for you?- How can I help? (What can I do for you?)
How about this one?— How about this?
Anything else? / Would you like anything else?- Anything else? / Would you like something else?
How would you like to pay? How would you like to pay for the purchase? (How will you pay?)
Will that be cash or credit?— Cash or credit card?
Do you have anything smaller? Do you have a smaller bill?
Do you have a loyalty card?— Do you have our card?
Would you like a bag?- Do you need a package?
Will that be all?- It's all?
Buyer Questions
Excuse me, do you work here?— Excuse me, do you work here?
Could you help me please?- Could you help me?
Could you tell me where the …. is, please?“Could you tell me where is…?”
How much is this? / How much does this cost?- How much is it?
How much are these?— How much does it cost (plural)?
How much is that…. in the window?- How much does that / that ... in the window?
Where can I find the …. ?- Where can I find…?
Do you sell…. ? / Do you have any … ?- You are selling…? / You have?
Would you have this in another color? Do you have it in a different color?
Have you got anything cheaper? / Do you have something less pricey (expensive)? Do you have something cheaper?
Do you have a smaller/bigger/larger size?- Do you have a smaller size?
Where is the changing/fitting room?- Where is the dressing room?
Where can I weigh my groceries? Where can I weigh food?
Do/Can you deliver?- Do you deliver?
Do you take credit cards?- Do you accept credit cards?
Could I have a receipt, please?— May I have a check?
Possible answers and phrases of the seller
I'm afraid that's the only color we have.— I'm afraid that's the only color there is.
We don't have any more left.“We don't have that anymore.
I have exactly what you're looking for. I have exactly what you are looking for.
This one is on sale right now! This item is on sale!
The changing / fitting rooms are that way.- Fitting rooms - there.
That one is .... (price).- It (she/he) is worth...
They're ….(price) each.- They stand ... each.
We take / accept all major credit cards.— We accept all major types of credit cards.
Sorry, we don't accept credit cards. Sorry, we don't accept credit cards.
I'm afraid we take cash only. I'm afraid we only accept cash.
Put your card into the machine, please.- Insert a card, please.
Enter your PIN, please.- Enter your PIN.
That comes to ….(amount), please. / The total is ....(sum). / That's ....(amount), please.- With you ... / You must ...
Buyer phrases
I'm looking for a …- I'm looking for…
I'm trying to find a …- I'm trying to find...
I don't need any help. I'm just browsing, thank you. I don't need help, I'm just looking. Thank you.
No, I'm just looking, thanks. No, I'm just looking, thanks.
Oh, that's expensive.- It is expensive.
That's a little over my budget. This is a little over my budget.
That's not exactly what I'm looking for.“That's not exactly what I'm looking for.
I'll take it.- I take this.
I'll pay in cash.— I will pay in cash.
I'll pay by card.— I will pay by card.
Here's..., keep the change!- Here (money), change is not necessary!
That's all, thanks.- Nothing more, thank you.
I'd like to return this please.- I would like to return it.
I'd like to make a complaint.— I would like to complain.
I'd like to change this for a different size please. I would like to exchange for another size.
Related Dialogues
Here is a dialogue skeleton that can be used in a variety of situations:
customer: good morning! Good morning!
shop assistant: good morning! Can I help you? Good morning! Can I help you?
customer: Yes, please. Do you have a ___ (any ___)? Yes please. You have ___?
shop assistant: Sorry, I don't have any ___ . But I have a (some) nice ___ . Do you want a ___ (any)? Sorry, I don't have ___ , but I have ____ . Do you want to ___ ?
customer: Yes, please. Yes please.
shop assistant: Here you are. Here you go.
customer: thank you. Thank you.
shop assistant: You're welcome. You are welcome.
In a clothing store:
From the phrases suggested earlier, you can create a variety of dialogues on your own, if you have such a need. Use your imagination!
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