Shopping Trip
Shopping is a daily activity that requires a specific set of vocabulary and useful phrases. Whether you're navigating a large supermarket or a local boutique, knowing how to ask for help makes the experience much smoother.
This dictation takes you through a typical day of errands. You will follow a speaker as they look for fresh produce, ask for smaller sizes in clothing, and inquire about payment methods. The narrative also touches on mindful habits like using reusable shopping bags and staying organized in the aisles.
Key Vocabulary to Listen For
Retail settings use specific terms for organization and payment. Practice listening for these common shopping phrases.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Aisle | A passage between rows of shelves in a store, typically used to categorize different products. |
| Credit card | A plastic card used as a method of payment, allowing you to pay for goods later. |
| Fresh | When referring to food, it means recently produced or picked, and not preserved or frozen. |
Grammar Spotlight: Asking for Permission & Availability
When shopping, we often use "Can I" or "May I" to ask for permission, and "Do you have" to check if an item is available.
- Asking for Permission:
"Can I pay with a credit card?" - Checking Availability:
"Do you have this dress in a smaller size?"
Ready to shop? Practice essential retail vocabulary and common store inquiries with this shopping trip dictation exercise.
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