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Real Talk #064 – How to ask for help in a store

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Have you ever wandered through a store for a long time and still couldn’t find what you needed? In this Real Talk episode, Andrew and Kassy teach you how to ask for help in English when you’re shopping. You’ll learn useful phrases and polite expressions that native English speakers use when they can’t find a product in a supermarket or department store. The episode includes example conversations and clear explanations to help you understand and use the language with confidence.

How this episode will improve your English:

  • Vocabulary: Learn common phrases like “I’m having trouble finding…” and “Do you know if you carry…?”
  • Listening: Train your ears to understand natural, clear English conversations in retail settings like grocery stores or shopping malls.
  • Speaking: Build confidence by joining small-group English classes and practicing how to use polite and useful phrases for real-world shopping situations.
  • Culture: Understand how people ask for help in North American shopping culture.
  • Fluency: Spending time with real English conversations will improve your ability to respond naturally and politely in everyday situations.

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