EVERYDAY

Target Language or Knowledge:

At School (For Parents & Kids) “What time does school let out?” – Asking when school finishes."What time does school let out today? I need to pick up my son." “Can I have a word with the teacher?” – Asking to speak briefly with the teacher."Excuse me, can I have a word with the teacher after class?" “Do you have any homework tonight?” – Asking a child about schoolwork."Hey, do you have any homework tonight, or are you all set?" “How was your day at school?” – Checking in with your child."How was your day at school? Learn anything fun?" 2. Shopping & Talking to Salespeople “Do you have this in a different size/color?” – Asking about product availability."I love this jacket! Do you have it in a different size?" “Can I try this on?” – Asking to use a fitting room."Can I try this on before I buy it?" “Is this on sale?” – Checking for discounts."I saw a sign over there—just wondering, is this on sale?" “Where’s the return policy?” – Asking about store return rules."Before I buy this, where can I find the return policy?" 3. Talking with Neighbors “Hey, how’s it going?” – A casual way to greet a neighbor."Hey, how’s it going? Haven’t seen you in a while!" “Looks like we’re in for some bad weather.” – Small talk about the weather."Looks like we’re in for some bad weather tomorrow—better bring the plants inside." “Let me know if you need anything.” – Offering help to a neighbor."Heading to the store—let me know if you need anything!" “Could you keep an eye on my place while I’m out of town?” – Asking for a favor."We’re going away for the weekend—could you keep an eye on our place?" 4. At the Deli / Supermarket “Can I get a pound of turkey, thinly sliced?” – Ordering at the deli counter."Hi, can I get a pound of turkey, thinly sliced?" “Where can I find the bread aisle?” – Asking where something is in the store."Excuse me, where can I find the bread aisle?" “Do you take Apple Pay?” – Asking about payment options."Do you take Apple Pay, or is it cash only?" “Could I get a bag, please?” – Asking for a grocery bag."I forgot my reusable bags—could I get a bag, please?" 5. Driving & Transportation “Is this the fastest way to get there?” – Asking for directions."Hey, is this the fastest way to the mall, or should I take Main Street?" “Oops, my bad!” – Apologizing casually if you make a small driving mistake.(After accidentally cutting someone off) "Oops, my bad!" “Go ahead, you were here first.” – Letting another driver go.(At a stop sign) "Go ahead, you were here first." “I think I just missed my turn!” – Realizing you went the wrong way."Wait, I think I just missed my turn! Let’s turn around."