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ATMs & Getting Cash
Use these phrases to find an ATM, get cash, and report machine problems.
Key Phrases
Voice
Finding an ATM · 3 ways to say it
Where is an ATM?
neutralUS.
Where is a cash machine?
neutralUK.
Excuse me, is there an ATM near here?
politeUse with strangers.
Getting money · 2 ways to say it
I want to get some cash.
neutralI need cash.
casualAsking about fees · 2 ways to say it
How much is the fee?
neutralExcuse me, is there a fee?
politeAsking about the exchange rate
What is the exchange rate?
neutralReporting a problem · 2 ways to say it
Excuse me, the ATM is not working.
politeThe machine has my card.
neutralUse when the ATM keeps your card.
Practice Dialogue
Traveler
Excuse me. Where is an ATM?
Bank Worker
There is an ATM outside.
Traveler
Thanks. Is there a fee?
Bank Worker
Yes. It's two dollars.
Traveler
Okay. And what is the exchange rate?
Bank Worker
You can see it on the screen.
Traveler
Oh no. The machine has my card.
Bank Worker
Don't worry. I can help you.