Paying and Receiving Change

Dialogue5

Vocabulary3

• change

  Money returned to you when you pay more than the cost of your purchase. In shops, it's common to say 'your change' when giving it back.

• receipt

  A small piece of paper that shows what you bought and how much you paid. It's useful for returns or keeping records.

• thanks

  A short way to say 'thank you.' It's polite to use after receiving help, items, or change in a store.

Key Sentences4

1. 1

   Okay, that'll be $6.75 please.

   This means 'the total cost is $6.75.' 'That'll be' is a common phrase in service jobs to tell the customer the amount due. Use it when finishing a sale; it's polite and professional.

2. 2

   Here's $10.

   This means 'this is $10' while handing over money. 'Here's' is used to present or give something physically. It's simple for paying in shops; adjust the amount as needed.

3. 3

   Thanks. And here's your change, $3.25. And your receipt.

   This acknowledges the payment and gives back money and proof of purchase. It's a polite way to finalize a transaction. Use 'and here's' to list items you're providing; common in customer service.

4. 4

   Great, thanks! Have a good day.

   This expresses satisfaction and ends the conversation politely. 'Have a good day' is a standard farewell in American English shops. Use it after receiving your items to be friendly.