Practise discussing a return with a shop assistant.

The idea

Describe the problem and offer the receipt. Ask for an exchange for another item or a refund to get your money back.

Examples

  • I bought this jacket yesterday.
  • The zip is broken.
  • I have the receipt here.
  • Can I exchange it for a larger size?
  • Could I get a refund, please?
  • How long does the refund take?

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Watch out

An exchange and a refund are different requests; ask which options the shop offers.

Try it yourself

  1. The handle is ___. (broken / delicious)

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    broken

    broken describes the faulty handle.

  2. Here is my ___. (receipt / menu)

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    receipt

    receipt is the proof of purchase.

  3. Could I get a ___? I would like my money back. (refund / table)

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    refund

    refund asks for money back.

Use it today

Write a short conversation about a faulty purchase and the outcome you want.