Handling Payment and Receipt
The cashier tells the customer the total cost, and the customer handles the payment using cash, card, or mobile payment. They then receive the receipt.
Dialogue
Listen and follow along with the conversation
Vocabulary
Essential words and phrases from the dialogue
total
The total amount is the final sum of money you need to pay for your order. Use it when the cashier tells you the cost, like 'Your total is $12.75.'
card
A card refers to a credit or debit card used for payment. In fast food, ask 'Do you take card?' to check if they accept it.
insert
To insert means to put your card into a machine slot. It's common in payment instructions, like 'Insert your card here' at stores.
receipt
A receipt is a printed paper that shows what you bought and how much you paid. Always ask for one after paying to keep a record.
transaction
A transaction is the process of paying for something. It's used in formal contexts like 'after the transaction is complete' when using a card.
print out
To print out means to produce a paper copy from a machine. In payments, it refers to the receipt coming out, like 'It'll print out right after.'
Key Sentences
Important phrases to remember and practice
Your total is $12.75.
This is a common way cashiers announce the final amount to pay. It's useful for customers to hear and confirm. Note the structure: 'Your [noun] is [amount].' for stating costs.
Do you take card?
This polite question asks if the store accepts card payments. Use it when you prefer not to use cash. 'Take' here means 'accept'; it's a yes/no question for quick confirmation.
Yes, we do. Just insert your card here.
This responds affirmatively and gives instructions. 'Yes, we do' is a short way to answer 'Do you...?'. Useful for service workers; 'just' makes it sound simple and helpful.
And can I get a receipt?
This requests a receipt after paying. Add 'And' to connect to previous talk. It's polite with 'can I'; use it anytime you want proof of purchase.
Certainly. It'll print out right after the transaction is complete.
'Certainly' means 'of course' politely. 'It'll' is short for 'It will'; future tense for predictions. Useful for assuring customers about the process in service situations.
You're welcome. Here's your receipt. Have a great day!
This is a standard polite response to 'thanks,' followed by handing over the item and a friendly goodbye. Use it to end interactions positively; 'Have a great day' is common in American English service.
You too!
A casual way to return a wish like 'Have a great day.' It's short and friendly; use it to mirror the speaker's politeness without repeating the full phrase.