English - Shopping

I'm looking for ___.

Say what you want to buy or find

Meaning: Say what you want to buy or find

When to use: Use this to tell a shop assistant what item you need.

Tip: Beginners sometimes say only the item name without the phrase; full phrase is clearer.

Where can I find ___?

Ask where an item is located

Meaning: Ask where an item is located

When to use: Ask this when you cannot find an item on shelves or in aisles.

How much is this?

Ask about price

Meaning: Ask about price

When to use: Use this at the shelf or counter to check the cost.

Tip: Some learners say “What is this?” which can be confused with identity rather than price.

Do you have this in ___?

Ask if a shop has another size, color, or type

Meaning: Ask if a shop has another size, color, or type

When to use: Use this when an item is available but not the size or color you want.

Can I try this on?

Ask permission to test clothing or an item

Meaning: Ask permission to test clothing or an item

When to use: Say this before trying on clothes or checking a device.

Do you take cards?

Ask about payment method

Meaning: Ask about payment method

When to use: Ask at the checkout if you want to pay by card.

Can I pay in ___?

State preferred payment method

Meaning: State preferred payment method

When to use: Use this to ask if you can pay with a specific method.

Is there a cheaper one?

Ask for a lower-cost option

Meaning: Ask for a lower-cost option

When to use: Use this to ask if there is a cheaper version available.

I'll take it.

Confirm a purchase decision

Meaning: Confirm a purchase decision

When to use: Say this at the register when you want to buy the item.

Can I get a receipt, please?

Ask for proof of purchase

Meaning: Ask for proof of purchase

When to use: Request this at checkout for your records or returns.

Is this on sale?

ask if an item has a reduced price

Meaning: Ask if an item has a reduced price

When to use: Use this to check if the item is on sale or marked down.

Is there a discount?

ask for a lower price or promotion

Meaning: Ask for a lower price or promotion

When to use: Ask this to check for discounts or promotions.

Can I return this?

ask about returning a purchase

Meaning: Ask about returning a purchase

When to use: Use this to check the store's return policy.