Price Inquiry and Comparison
A customer wants to know the price of an item that isn't clearly marked, or is comparing prices between similar items or different brands, and might ask about discounts or promotions.
Dialogue
Listen and follow along with the conversation
Vocabulary
Essential words and phrases from the dialogue
price tag
A small label attached to an item that shows its cost; useful for asking about prices in stores.
collection
A group of related products, often seasonal like spring or fall items; common in fashion retail to describe new arrivals.
rack
A metal or wooden stand used to hang and display clothes in a store; helps when describing where items are located.
on sale
Means an item is discounted or reduced in price for a limited time; a key phrase for shopping deals.
promotion
A special offer or discount to encourage customers to buy; often used interchangeably with 'sale' in retail contexts.
clearance
A sale to get rid of old stock at low prices; typically happens at the end of a season.
fitting room
A private changing area in a store where you can try on clothes; essential for shopping clothing.
try on
To put on a piece of clothing temporarily to check the fit and style; a common action verb in clothing stores.
Key Sentences
Important phrases to remember and practice
Excuse me, I'm interested in this blue dress, but I don't see a price tag. Could you tell me how much it is?
This polite inquiry starts a conversation with staff; 'Excuse me' gets attention, and 'Could you tell me' is a soft way to ask for information, useful for any unclear price situation.
Certainly! Let me check for you.
A helpful response from staff; 'Certainly' means 'of course,' and 'let me check' shows willingness to assist, demonstrating customer service language patterns.
How does that compare in price?
Used to ask about price differences between similar items; 'compare' here means to evaluate similarities, a practical phrase for shopping comparisons.
That one is currently on sale for $50.00.
Informs about a discount; 'currently' means right now, and stating the exact price with currency is standard in retail replies, helpful for understanding sales.
Is there any promotion on the blue one at all?
Asks about discounts; 'at all' emphasizes the question, making it useful for inquiring about deals on specific items in a natural way.
Would you like to try on either of them?
Offers to try clothes; 'either' refers to one of two options, and this yes/no question encourages customer interaction, common in sales assistance.
The fitting rooms are just to your left.
Gives directions politely; 'just to your left' uses simple prepositions for location, essential for guiding customers in stores.