Joy of English Language

  Bargain hunting Spend time in the shops looking for items to buy at the lowest price. "During a sale, I go  bargain hunting  with my friends!" Photo by  cottonbro  from  Pexels                A: Did Tomoko experienced bargain hunting? B: If I just happened to see something on sale, If I like it, I will buy it. A: Do you like to go shopping during the sale season? B: I like affordable (cheap/bargain) clothes, but I don’t like crowded places, so I don’t usually go. Do the shopping/grocery Do shopping regularly to buy food and other necessities. "My husband and I generally  do the shopping/grocery  together on Saturday mornings." Photo by  Gustavo Fring  from  Pexels A: Where do you go to buy food and other necessities? B: I regularly (usually / often) do online shopping. A: When do you usually buy food and other necessities? B: I u...

  Objectives a. Use  polite questions  when shopping or helping a customer in a shop. b. Polite  questions  are asked with  'could', 'may', and 'would' . c. You can also ask for advice in shops using 'should'. Phrases Could / May I help you?   Could I try it (them) on?   How does it fit?   How would you like to pay?   I'm looking for...   I'd (I would) prefer... Words. Listen and repeat. Changing room/s Size  - extra small, small (Chīsai), medium, large, extra-large - Used with standard measurements. Measurements (Sokutei-chi) - used with specific measurements for trousers, suits, etc.    Shop assistant/store clerk  Trousers/Slacks/Pants Waist  Inseam  Credit cards   Let’s Practice. Fill in the blanks. Situation: You went to a store to buy a sweater. The shop assistant ...