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Exchanging Money
Use these phrases when you need to buy or sell foreign currency at a bank or exchange office.
Key Phrases
Voice
Changing money · 2 ways to say it
I want to change euros to dollars.
neutralCan I change some money, please?
politeAsking the exchange rate · 2 ways to say it
What is the exchange rate for dollars?
neutralHow much is the dollar today?
casualAsking about fees · 2 ways to say it
Do you charge commission?
neutralIs there a fee?
casualAsking for smaller money · 3 ways to say it
Can I get small bills, please?
politeUS
Can I get small notes, please?
politeUK
I need some tens and twenties.
neutralComparing rates · 2 ways to say it
Your rate is better than the airport.
neutralThe place next door is cheaper.
casualPractice Dialogue
Traveler
Hi, I want to change some euros to dollars.
Staff
Sure. How much do you want to change?
Traveler
Five hundred euros. What is the exchange rate today?
Staff
It's one point zero five dollars for one euro.
Traveler
Okay. Do you charge a fee?
Staff
No, we don't charge commission.
Traveler
Great. I will change five hundred.
Staff
Here is five hundred and twenty-five dollars.
Traveler
Can I have small bills, please?
Staff
Of course. Here are some twenties and tens.