Scenario: Using an Automated Machine
Conversation : 1
BeginnerBest Practice
Passenger: Hello, can I use this machine to buy a ticket?
Staff: Yes, just touch the screen to start.
Passenger: Okay. I want a ticket to Central Station.
Staff: Select your destination and pay by card or cash.
Passenger: Got it. I’ll pay with my card.
Staff: Your ticket will print after payment.
Examples
1: automated machine
Meaning: A self-service machine that helps with buying or recharging.
Sentences Using automated machine for better understanding
1 .You can buy tickets using the automated machine.
2 .The automated machine takes cash and card.
3 .He used the automated machine to recharge his card.
2: touch the screen
Meaning: To start using a touchscreen interface.
Sentences Using touch the screen for better understanding
1 .Touch the screen to begin.
2 .She touched the screen and followed the steps.
3 .The screen didn’t respond when I touched it.
Conversation : 2
IntermediateBest Practice
Commuter: This is my first time using this ticket machine.
Staff: No problem. Choose your language first.
Commuter: Alright. Now it shows the destinations.
Staff: Select where you’re going and the number of tickets.
Commuter: It’s asking for payment now.
Staff: Go ahead and insert your card or cash.
Examples
1: insert
Meaning: To put something into another thing (like a card into a machine).
Sentences Using insert for better understanding
1 .Insert your card to pay.
2 .He inserted a $10 bill into the machine.
3 .You need to insert the card with the chip facing up.
2: select
Meaning: To choose an option from a list.
Sentences Using select for better understanding
1 .Select your destination from the list.
2 .She selected two tickets to downtown.
3 .Don’t forget to select your language first.
Conversation : 3
ProBest Practice
Traveler: Hi, does this machine allow me to recharge multiple cards?
Staff: Yes, you can recharge up to three cards in one session.
Traveler: Can I check the card balance here too?
Staff: Absolutely. Tap 'Balance Inquiry' on the home screen.
Traveler: And what if the machine doesn't accept my card?
Staff: You can try another machine or visit the service counter.
Examples
1: session
Meaning: A single period of using a machine or service.
Sentences Using session for better understanding
1 .You can do multiple recharges in one session.
2 .This session is about to end. Please confirm payment.
3 .She completed the top-up in one session.
2: balance inquiry
Meaning: A way to check how much money is left on a card.
Sentences Using balance inquiry for better understanding
1 .Tap ‘Balance Inquiry’ to see your card balance.
2 .The balance inquiry option is on the main screen.
3 .He used the machine for a quick balance inquiry.