THE BIG IDEA: Check the price and payment method before paying.
Ten phrases to practise
- How much is this?
- Is that the total price?
- Is there a discount?
- How much is the discount?
- Do you have anything cheaper?
- Can I pay by card?
- Do you take cash?
- Can I tap?
- Did the payment go through?
- Can I get a receipt?
Use the Four Finger Rule
PRICE → DISCOUNT → PAYMENT → CONFIRM
“Total” means the complete amount you are being asked to pay. “Tap” refers to contactless payment. If a terminal message is unclear, ask whether the payment went through before trying again.
Put it together
“Is that the total price? Can I pay by card? Did the payment go through? Can I get a receipt?”
Your next conversation
Role-play buying a souvenir. Ask the price, check an available discount, and confirm payment.
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