Asking About Pricing and Payment
A customer asks about the cost per wash/dry cycle and the accepted payment methods (coins, card, app).
顾客询问每次洗衣/烘干的费用以及接受的支付方式（硬币、刷卡、应用支付）。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
laundromat
A self-service place where people go to wash and dry their clothes using coin-operated or card machines. It's common in the US for people without home laundry.
一个自助服务场所，人们使用投币或刷卡的机器洗涤和烘干衣物。在美国，对于没有家用洗衣机的家庭很常见。
wash cycle
One complete process in a washing machine that cleans clothes, usually lasting 30-60 minutes. Use this term when asking about laundry services.
洗衣机中清洁衣物的完整过程，通常持续30-60分钟。在询问洗衣服务时使用此术语。
drying
The action of using a dryer machine to remove moisture from clothes after washing. It's often charged separately from washing.
使用烘干机去除洗涤后衣物湿气的动作。通常与洗涤分开收费。
quarters
US coins worth 25 cents each, commonly used to operate older laundry machines. Many places still require them.
每枚价值25美分的美国硬币，常用于操作较旧的洗衣机。许多地方仍然需要它们。
credit card
A plastic card that lets you pay for services or goods and pay the bill later. It's a common payment method in the US.
一种塑料卡，可用于支付服务或商品，并随后支付账单。在美国，这是一种常见的支付方式。
mobile app
A software application on your smartphone that can handle payments or services, like paying for laundry remotely.
智能手机上的软件应用程序，可以处理支付或服务，例如远程支付洗衣费用。
QR code
A square pattern of black and white squares that your phone camera can scan to access links, payments, or information quickly.
一种由黑白方块组成的正方形图案，您的手机摄像头可以扫描它来快速访问链接、支付或信息。
straightforward
Something simple, easy, and without complications. Use it to describe processes that are user-friendly.
简单、容易且没有复杂性的事物。用它来描述用户友好的过程。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Excuse me, I'm new to this laundromat. Could you tell me how much it costs per wash?
This is a polite way to start a conversation and ask for prices. 'Could you tell me' is a formal request structure using 'could' for politeness. Useful when you're in a new place and need information about costs.
这是开始对话并询问价格的礼貌方式。'Could you tell me' 是使用 'could' 来表示礼貌的正式请求结构。当你在一个新地方需要成本信息时很有用。
A standard wash cycle is $3.50, and the large capacity machines are $5.00.
This sentence explains prices clearly using 'is' for stating facts and 'and' to connect options. It's useful for service workers to describe different machine types and their costs in everyday situations.
这句话使用 'is' 来陈述事实，并使用 'and' 来连接选项，从而清楚地解释价格。它对于服务工作者在日常情况下描述不同机器类型及其成本很有用。
What about drying? Is it priced per minute or per cycle?
A follow-up question using 'What about' to ask for more details. 'Priced per' shows how something is charged (by time or use). Great for clarifying service details in stores or services.
使用'What about'来询问更多细节的跟进问题。'Priced per'表示某物如何收费（按时间或使用）。非常适合在商店或服务中澄清服务细节。
What payment methods do you accept here? Do I need quarters, or can I use a card?
This asks about accepted ways to pay using 'do you accept' and alternatives with 'or'. It's practical for any service to avoid confusion and prepare for payment.
这是在询问接受的支付方式，使用‘do you accept’并用‘or’表示替代方案。对于任何服务来说，这很实用，可以避免混淆并为支付做好准备。
We're pretty flexible! You can use quarters, credit or debit cards, and we also have a mobile app you can download and pay through.
This lists options with 'you can use' and 'and' for additions. 'Pretty flexible' means very accommodating. Useful for customer service to reassure and explain multiple choices.
这列出了带有'您可以使用'和'和'的选项，用于添加。'非常灵活'意味着非常包容。有助于客户服务以安抚并解释多种选择。
Just scan it with the app and follow the prompts. It's very straightforward.
Imperative instructions using 'just' to simplify steps and 'follow the prompts' for on-screen guidance. Helpful for explaining tech-based processes in modern services.
使用'just'简化步骤和'follow the prompts'进行屏幕指导的祈使句指示。有助于解释现代服务中的基于技术的过程。