HOW MUCH IS THE SHIRT?

 Shopping is an essential part of daily life, and learning to ask about prices is crucial for communication in English. This lesson focuses on how to inquire about prices, understand responses, and use related vocabulary. You'll learn how to express yourself in different shopping scenarios, improving both your grammar and confidence in real-life situations.

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GRAMMAR

Questions with "How much"

• "How much" is used to ask about the price of something.
• Structure:
  How much + is/are + item?
  Examples:
  • How much is the shirt?
  • How much are these shoes?

Singular and Plural Forms

• Singular: Use is with one item.
  • Example: How much is the dress?
• Plural: Use are with multiple items.
  • Example: How much are the socks?

Using Numbers with Prices

• Combine numbers and currency words (dollars, cents, pounds, etc.).
  Examples:
  • It is ten dollars.
  • They are fifteen pounds.

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VOCABULARY

1. Price: The amount of money required to buy something.
   Example: What is the price of this book?
2. Expensive: Costing a lot of money.
   Example: This phone is very expensive.
3. Cheap: Not costing much money.
   Example: These sunglasses are cheap.
4. Discount: A reduction in price.
   Example: Is there a discount on these items?
5. Afford: To have enough money to buy something.
   Example: I can’t afford that car.
6. Receipt: A paper showing what you bought and how much you paid.
   Example: Can I get a receipt, please?
7. Cash: Money in the form of coins and bills.
   Example: Do you prefer cash or card?
8. Wallet: A small case for carrying money and cards.
   Example: My wallet is in my bag.
9. Credit Card: A plastic card used for payment.
   Example: I’ll pay with my credit card.
10. Total: The complete amount to pay.
    Example: What’s the total cost?

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USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• How much is it?
• How much are they?
• It costs...
• Do you have this in a different size?
• Can I try it on?
• Is there a sale?
• Where is the cashier?
• Do you accept credit cards?
• Can I get a receipt, please?
• That’s too expensive for me.

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SENTENCES

Positive Sentences

1. The shirt is twenty dollars.
2. These shoes are fifty pounds.
3. The hat costs fifteen euros.

Negative Sentences

1. The shirt is not expensive.
2. I don’t have enough money to buy those shoes.
3. The total is not over ten dollars.

Questions and Answers

1. Q: How much is the shirt?
   A: It’s thirty dollars.
2. Q: How much are these pants?
   A: They are forty-five euros.
3. Q: Is there a discount on these items?
   A: Yes, they are 20% off.

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CONVERSATION

Situation: Shopping for clothes

Shop Assistant: Good afternoon! How can I help you?
Customer: Hi, how much is this shirt?
Shop Assistant: That shirt is $25.
Customer: Do you have it in a medium size?
Shop Assistant: Yes, let me check. Here you go!
Customer: Great. Can I try it on?
Shop Assistant: Sure, the fitting rooms are over there.
Customer: Thanks. It fits well. I’ll take it.
Shop Assistant: Wonderful! That will be $25. Would you like to pay with cash or card?
Customer: I’ll pay with my card.
Shop Assistant: Perfect. Here’s your receipt. Have a nice day!
Customer: Thank you! You too.

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READING

Shopping for a Shirt

Emma went to the mall to buy a new shirt. She walked into her favorite store and saw a beautiful red shirt. She asked the shop assistant, "How much is this shirt?" The shop assistant replied, "It’s $30, but there is a 10% discount today." Emma was happy because she could save some money. She tried on the shirt, and it fit perfectly. She went to the cashier and paid $27 with her credit card. Emma left the store feeling satisfied with her purchase.

Questions

1. Where did Emma go to buy a shirt?
   Answer: She went to the mall.
2. How much was the shirt originally?
   Answer: It was $30.
3. What discount did Emma get?
   Answer: She got a 10% discount.
4. How much did Emma pay for the shirt?
   Answer: She paid $27.
5. Was Emma happy with her purchase?
   Answer: Yes, she was satisfied.