When are you open?
When do you open?
How late are you open (today)?
What are your hours?
Are you open on weekends?
Are you open on Saturday?
Are you open after five?
May I help you?
Can I help you?
Can I help you find something?
Can I help you with something?
Can I show you something?
Are you being helped?
Is someone waiting on you?
Is there anything I can help you with?
Is there anything I can help you with today?
Is there anything I can help you find today?
If you need me, I’ll be right here.
If you need any help, I’ll be right here.
If you need me, my name’s Linda.
If you need any help, my name’s Linda.
If I can help you find anything, I’ll be right over here.
If I can help you, just let me know.
The changing rooms are over there.
Only six items in the dressing room at a time.
Only six items allowed in the dressing rooms.
What are you interested in?
Are you looking for something in particular?
Are you looking for anything in particular?
Do you have anything in mind?
Do you have something specific in mind?
Do you know what you want?
What size do you need?
Do you know what size you are?
I’ve got just your size.
I’ve got just what you’re looking for.
I’ve got exactly what you need.
I have just the thing.
just the thing = exactly the right thing
Have I got something for you! (informal)
May I suggest this?
That’s on sale this week.
Do you need anything to go with that?
Is there anything else I can interest you in?
Is there anything else I can get for you?
Is there anything else I can help you with?
What else can I do for you?
Where is the men’s shop?
ladies’ wear = women’s clothing department
Where is the shoe department?
What floor is furniture on?
Where are the children’s clothes?
Where’s children’s clothes? (informal)
Where can I find children’s clothes?
Do you sell appliances here?
Where is the credit department?
Is there a public rest room here?
I’m looking for something for my wife.
I’m looking for something for my husband.
It’s a gift.
I need a size 34.
I don’t know my size.
Can you measure me?
Would you measure my waist, please?
I need a belt.
I need some jeans.
I need a pair of pants.
I need socks.
I need a pair of socks.
I need gloves.
I need a pair of gloves.
I need a bathing suit.
I need a swimsuit.
I’m just browsing.
Thank you, I’m just looking.
Just looking.
I just can’t make up my mind.
I’m not sure which I like.
Which do you prefer?
Do you have this in blue?
Do you have this in suede?
Do you have this in wool?
Do you have this in a larger size?
Do you have this in a smaller size?
Do you have something a bit less expensive?
Do you have anything less expensive?
Got anything cheaper? (informal)
Do you have this in stock?
Do you have any more of these?
Do you have a shirt to match this?
Do you have a shirt to match?
I’d like to try this on.
I want to try this on.
Can I try these on?
Where is the fitting room?
How many items can I take in the dressing room?
That looks nice on you.
That looks great on you.
That’s your color.
This is you!
It’s you!
That flatters you.
That’s very flattering.
That really flatters your figure.
How would you like to pay for this?
How do you want to pay for this?
Would you like to put that on layaway?
layaway = a purchase method where a deposit is
made and the merchandise is held by the merchant
until the balance is paid
Will that be cash or credit?
Will that be cash or charge?
What method of payment will you use?
We don’t have that in your size.
We don’t have it in that color.
We’re out of that item.
I can back order that for you.
I can issue you a rain check.
It’s too tight.
It’s too loose.
I don’t like the color.
I’ll have to keep looking for what I want.
It’s a little pricey.
pricey = expensive
It’s too expensive.
Is it on sale?
Is it going on sale soon?
Can I put it on layaway?
layaway = a purchase method where a deposit is
made and the merchandise is held by the merchant
until the balance is paid
Can you hold it for me?
Will you hold it for me?
Do you have a layaway plan?
Do you take credit?
Can I apply for a credit card?
Can I get it gift wrapped?
May I get it gift wrapped?
Can I get this gift wrapped?
Where is the gift-wrap counter?
Is there a charge for gift wrapping?
Can you gift wrap that?
Would you please gift wrap that?
I need a shine.
I need ≈ I’like, I want, I would like, Can I have (?)
I need some new shoelaces.
I need these resoled.
I need the toes widened.
I need a new insert.
I need new heels.
How about some new heels?
What will it cost to have these resoled?
These need shining.
Please polish them, too.
Can I get this prescription filled?
Can I get ≈ May I have, Is it possible to get
Can I get this refilled?
Is this refillable?
Do you need my insurance card?
Do you have my prescription on file?
Should I take this with meals?
What happens if I miss taking these pills?
Will this make me drowsy?
Does this (drug) have any side effects?
What are the side effects of this drug?
I need some aspirin.
I need ≈ I’d like, I’m looking for
I need some antiseptic.
I need some eye drops.
I need insect repellent.
I need razor blades.
I need film (for my camera).
I need some foot powder.
Next.
Who’s next?
Can I help someone?
May I help you?
How can I help you?
I need some stamps, please.
I’d like to buy a (first class) stamp, please.
I’d like ≈ I want, Can I (?), I need
I’d like to buy a book of stamps, please.
I’d like to buy a roll of stamps, please.
I’d like to buy a sheet of stamps, please.
This needs to go first class.
First class, please.
Air mail, please.
I need this to go express mail.
I need ≈ I want, I’d like, I would like
I need to send this overnight.
I need to send this second-day mail.
I need to send this parcel post.
I need to send this by certified mail.
I need to send this by registered mail.
Return receipt requested, please.
How much postage do I need for this?
How much postage does this need?
How much postage do I need to send this air mail?
Can you weigh this?
How do I get my mail forwarded?
Do you have any envelopes I could buy?
How long will it take (to get there)?
Can I have the ZIP code for Chicago?
May I have the ZIP code for Chicago?
Would you give me the ZIP code for Chicago?
Can I have a change-of-address form?
Can I rent a post office box?
Do you have any tax forms?
Can I pick up a package?
I’d like to pick up a package.
Will you please hold my mail?
First class?
How many stamps do you need?
A sheet or a roll (of stamps)?
How many?
Any particular style?
We’re (all) out of those.
That should arrive on Monday.
That ought to arrive on Monday.
Let’s hope that arrives on Monday.
Sorry, you will have to stand in line.
Sorry, you will have to take a place in line.
Please print legibly.
Can I see some ID?
ID = identification
I’ll have to see some ID.
Please show me your driver’s license.
I’m sorry, I can only release the package to the person it is addressed to.
The forms are over there.
Please fill out a form and bring it back to me.
Would you like anything else?
Do you need anything else (today)?
Anything else?
Will that be all?
Is that all?
Do you do alterations on men’s clothing?
Do you do alterations on women’s clothing?
Do you do reweaving?
Can you repair a tear in leather?
What options do I have for fabric?
Can you match this color?
This needs to be hemmed.
This needs hemming.
The hem needs to be raised an inch.
The hem needs to be let down.
The pants legs need to be let down.
The waist needs a few tucks.
The waist needs to be taken in an inch.
The waist needs to be let out.
This jacket is tight under the arms.
It’s too short in the sleeves.
The sleeves are too long.
I’d like four seats for tonight, please.
Do you have four seats for tonight, please?
Where are the best seats you have left?
Do you have anything in the first four rows?
Do you have matinees?
How much are the tickets?
Can I exchange these for another night?
Is it possible to exchange these for another night?
Do you have senior citizen discounts?
Do you have student rates?
Do you have group rates?
Do you take checks?
Do you take credit cards?
Which credit cards do you take?
How long does the show run?
When does the show close?
Is there an intermission?
Where are the rest rooms?
Do you sell concessions?
How soon does the curtain go up?
What time does the curtain go up?
When does the curtain go up?
Did you make a reservation?
Do you have reservations?
Do you have a reservation?
What name did you reserve the tickets under?
I’m sorry, these tickets are nonrefundable.
I’m sorry, there are no tickets available.
I’m sorry, we’re sold out tonight.
That performance is sold out.
I’m sorry, at fifteen minutes before curtain time we release unclaimed tickets to the waiting list.
curtain time = the beginning of the performance
The house is full. I can put you on the waiting list.
Would you care to make a reservation for another night?
Do you want to make a reservation for another night?
Would you like to make a reservation for another night?
Do you want reservations for any other night?
The tickets are $7.50 plus tax.
Students and seniors are $2 off.
seniors = people over sixty-five
I’m running out of change; do you have (any) smaller bills?
Do you have anything smaller?
Do you have anything smaller than that?
There is an intermission.
The show runs about two hours.
The house opens in about five minutes.
Please be seated. The show begins soon.
The coat room is around the corner, if you’d like to check your coat.
The concession stand is over there, if you’d care for something.
concession stand = a wagon or counter where
refreshments and souvenirs are sold
The usher will give you your program.
There is no seating after the house lights are dimmed.
You will have to wait for the intermission to be seated.
I’d like a dozen roses, please.
I’d like ≈ I need, I’m looking for, I want
I’d like a corsage, please.
I’d like a floral arrangement.
I’d like an arrangement.
I’d like some flowers for my wife.
What kinds of vases do you have?
What do you have in season?
Which flowers are the freshest?
Do you deliver?
Can you deliver this to the hospital?
Would it be possible to deliver this to the hospital today?
How far do you deliver?
What are your delivery charges?
May I help you?
What kind of flowers did you have in mind?
Short stemmed or long stemmed?
What color did you want?
Vase or wrapped?
Did you want those delivered?
Should I send them directly to the funeral home?
What do you want the card to say?
Morning edition, please.
City edition.
Evening edition.
Sports final.
Do you carry The Wall Street Journal?
Do you stock Time magazine?
When is the next issue out?
I’d like to subscribe.
I’d like ≈ I want, I would like
I’d like a subscription.
I’d like a two-year subscription at the reduced rate.
I’d like to renew my subscription.
I’d like to change my subscription to weekends only.
I’d like to cancel my subscription.
I’d like to take advantage of your special offer for new subscribers.
Give me a subscription to Time.
I didn’t receive a newspaper this morning.
I didn’t get a paper today.
I didn’t get today’s paper.
The delivery person threw my paper in the ditch.
They always throw my paper in the neighbor’s yard.
My paper has been arriving late.
My paper was missing the comics section this morning.
Can you leave the paper on the porch?
I’m going on vacation. Can you hold my paper for two weeks?
hold my paper = stop delivery of my paper
I’m moving, and I’d like to give you my new address.
I’d like to order a back issue.
I received a past-due notice.
Bill me.
May I have your name and address?
Give me your name and address.
May I have your ZIP code?
What’s the ZIP code there?
Would you like a six-month or one-year subscription?
May I ask why you wish to cancel?
Thank you for your order.
I apologize for the inconvenience.
I’m sorry for the inconvenience.
I’m terribly sorry about that.
We’ll have a paper sent out to you right away.
I’ll send out the missing issue right away.
I’ll make sure the matter is taken care of.
Hello, can I help you?
Can I help you with something?
Can I show you something?
What were you looking for?
Do you need any help?
This model is available with automatic transmission.
This is a very popular model.
If you want comfort, this one is for you.
Do you prefer four doors or two?
Were you looking for something in a new car or a used one?
I need a new car.
I need ≈ I’d like, I’m looking for, I’m in the market
for, What do you have in (?)
I need a used car.
I need a station wagon.
I need a van.
I need a mini-van.
I need a used car with an air bag.
I need a (good) used car.
I need an economy car.
I need a sports car.
I need a four-door.
I need an American-made car.
I’m just looking, thanks.
(a formula for telling a salesperson that you are not ready to buy anything)
I need a car with air-conditioning.
I need ≈ I’d like, I’m looking for, I’m in the market
for, I want, I have to have
I need air-conditioning.
I need automatic door locks.
I need power steering and power brakes.
I need automatic transmission.
I need four-wheel drive.
I might want the anti-lock braking system.
Is it stick shift or automatic?
stick shift = standard transmission
What are the standard features?
What comes on it?
What’s standard?
What safety features does it have?
What sort of mileage does this car get?
What sort of mileage does this thing get? (informal)
Does this car get good mileage?
What about mileage?
What would you suggest?
What’s the sticker price?
the sticker price = the manufacturer’s suggested retail price
What are you asking for it?
How much are you asking for it?
What’s the asking price?
Hey, I’m not made of money! (informal)
Are you willing to negotiate?
Come on! You’ll never sell it at that price! (informal)
That’s my last offer. Take it or leave it. (cliché)
What do you have for $3,000?
What d’ya got for $3,000? (informal)
I’ll need financing.
I’ll have to have financing.
I need to arrange financing.
Do you offer bank financing?
What is the lowest possible interest rate you have?
Can you get me a good deal on a loan?
Can I take her for a spin? (informal)
her = the car
Can I take it for a spin? (informal)
a spin = a drive
Can I take it for a test drive?
Will you let me take it for a test drive?
I’d like to take it for a test drive.
Can I take it for a road test?
Let’s give it a road test.
Let’s see what it’ll do on the highway.
What’ll this baby do on the highway? (informal)