A2 · ElementarySpeaking

Shopping & Around Town

Shopping, asking for prices and finding your way in town.

In a shop

Phrases you'll use every time you go shopping.

How much is this jacket?
Can I try it on?
Do you have it in a smaller size?
I'll take it. / Can I pay by card?

Asking for directions

How to ask for and understand directions.

Excuse me, where is the nearest pharmacy?
Go straight on and turn left.
It's on the right, opposite the bank.
Is it far from here?
Tip: Use Excuse me to get attention and Sorry to apologise.

Sample quiz questions

  1. “___ is this T-shirt?” — “It's 20 euros.”
  2. What do you say when you want to try clothes on?
  3. Go straight on and ___ right at the traffic lights.
  4. “Opposite the bank” means “next to the bank”.

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