Asking for a Receipt
After the transaction is complete, the driver requests a receipt from the attendant.
Dialogue
Listen and follow along with the conversation
Vocabulary
Essential words and phrases from the dialogue
receipt
A receipt is a piece of paper that shows what you bought and how much you paid. It's useful for keeping records or returns.
all set
All set means everything is ready or finished. Use it when something is complete, like after filling gas.
you're welcome
You're welcome is a polite response to 'thank you.' It shows you are happy to help.
actually
Actually is used to correct or add information gently. It softens a change in what you were going to say.
sure
Sure means yes or okay in a casual way. It's a friendly agreement to a request.
no problem
No problem means it's easy or not difficult. Use it to reassure someone that their request is fine.
here you go
Here you go is a casual way to hand something over, like giving an item to someone.
Key Sentences
Important phrases to remember and practice
All set. Thanks!
This short sentence means the task is done, and you're expressing thanks. It's useful at the end of a service like filling gas. The period after 'set' makes it two simple statements joined casually.
You're welcome. Would you like your receipt inside, or do you need one right now?
This is a polite response to thanks, followed by an offer with choices using 'or.' It's useful for customer service to give options. The question helps clarify the customer's needs.
Oh, actually, could I get a receipt now, please?
This politely requests something with 'could I' for a soft ask, and 'please' adds courtesy. 'Actually' corrects or adjusts the request. Use it when changing your mind in a conversation.
Sure, no problem. Here you go.
This agrees to a request casually and hands over the item. 'Sure' and 'no problem' show easy agreement. It's practical for quick service interactions, using short phrases for efficiency.
Thanks a lot!
This is a strong way to say thank you, more emphatic than just 'thanks.' Use it to show extra appreciation after help. It's informal and common in everyday English.
Have a good day!
This is a friendly goodbye wishing well. It's a common closing in service situations. Use it to end conversations positively; the imperative 'have' suggests a command for good wishes.