Scenario: Asking for the Price of an Item
Conversation : 1
BeginnerBest Practice
Customer: Hi, how much is this tomato?
Seller: It’s $2 per kilogram.
Customer: Okay, I’ll take one kilogram.
Seller: Sure. Here you go.
Customer: Thank you!
Seller: You’re welcome!
Examples
1: how much
Meaning: Used to ask about the price or amount of something.
Sentences Using how much for better understanding
1 .How much is this apple?
2 .How much do I need to pay?
3 .How much is the total bill?
2: per
Meaning: For each unit (used when talking about prices, quantities, etc.).
Sentences Using per for better understanding
1 .It’s $5 per liter.
2 .They charge $10 per hour.
3 .The bananas are $1 per bunch.
Conversation : 2
IntermediateBest Practice
Customer: Excuse me, can you tell me the price of these apples?
Seller: They are $3 per kilogram today.
Customer: Hmm, a bit expensive. Can I get half a kilo?
Seller: Of course. That will be $1.50.
Customer: Here’s the money. Thank you!
Seller: Thanks! Have a great day.
Examples
1: price
Meaning: The amount of money needed to buy something.
Sentences Using price for better understanding
1 .What is the price of this item?
2 .The price has increased recently.
3 .They offer good quality at a fair price.
2: expensive
Meaning: Costing a lot of money.
Sentences Using expensive for better understanding
1 .This watch is very expensive.
2 .That bag looks nice but it’s expensive.
3 .I don’t buy expensive clothes.
Conversation : 3
ProBest Practice
Customer: Good morning! I was wondering how much these organic carrots cost.
Seller: Good morning! They’re $4.50 per kilogram.
Customer: Great. Could you give me two kilos, please?
Seller: Sure. That will be $9 in total.
Customer: Here you go. Do you have a paper bag?
Seller: Yes, here it is. Have a lovely day!
Examples
1: organic
Meaning: Grown or made without artificial chemicals.
Sentences Using organic for better understanding
1 .I prefer organic fruits and vegetables.
2 .This shop sells organic products.
3 .Organic food is healthier for some people.
2: total
Meaning: The whole amount or cost.
Sentences Using total for better understanding
1 .The total is $20.
2 .What’s the total bill?
3 .Please check the total before paying.