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At the Supermarket Checkout
Use these simple phrases when you pay at the supermarket.
Key Phrases
Voice
Finding the end of the line · 2 ways to say it
Excuse me, is this the line?
politeUS English. Say this to the last person.
Are you in the queue?
neutralUK English. Good for asking directly.
Asking for bags · 2 ways to say it
Can I have a bag, please?
politeUse when you have many items.
Two bags, please.
neutralShort and natural.
Showing a loyalty card
Here is my store card.
neutralHand your card to the staff.
Choosing how to pay · 2 ways to say it
Can I pay by card?
neutralAsk this before you pay.
Cash, please.
casualA fast answer for the cashier.
Asking for a receipt · 2 ways to say it
Can I have the receipt, please?
politeGood for checking your money.
Receipt, please.
casualQuick and easy.
Getting help at self-checkout · 2 ways to say it
Excuse me, I need help.
politeSay this to a staff member.
This machine is not working.
neutralUse when the screen stops.
Practice Dialogue
Cashier
Hi. Do you have a store card?
Customer
No, I don't.
Cashier
Do you need bags?
Customer
Yes. Two bags, please.
Cashier
Okay. You can pay now.
Customer
Can I pay by card?
Cashier
Sure. Put your card here.
Customer
Okay.
Cashier
Do you want your receipt?
Customer
No receipt, thanks.
Cashier
Have a good day.