English Dialogues

Buying Electrical Goods

Good morning, can I help you?

I hope so. I'm looking for a television.

The Toshiba TV5 is on special offer this week.

How much is it?

Only $299.95.

It's a little expensive. Do you have a cheaper one?

Yes. This one's only $150.

What make is it?

It's a Panasonic.

I like it, but it's still a little too expensive. Is there any chance of a discount?

Hmmmmm, OK, we can do it for $140.

Great, I'll take it. Do you accept credit cards?

Yes we do.

Practice

Make conversations about buying an iPad / refrigerator/ cell phone.

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