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[D] Shopping

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sturdy

[ 'stur-dee ]

adjective

- physically strong and solid or thick, and therefore unlikely to break or be hurt

The jacket looks sturdy and could last for years.

haggle

[ 'hag-uhl ]

verb

- to argue about the price of something in an attempt to make the seller reduce it

Ella taught her how to haggle with used furniture dealers.

price-conscious

adjective

- knowing how much things cost and avoiding buying expensive things

I have always been price-conscious especially when it comes to clothes.

budget-friendly

adjective

- affordable / inexpensive

These budget-friendly car models have been selling well this year.

bargain

[ 'bahr-guhn ]

noun

- something on sale at a lower price than its true value

This coat was half-price — a real bargain.

LET'S UNDERSTAND! 📚

A. shopping around

  • to compare prices at various stores

LOOKING FOR A CAR

Dialogue

Icon_Alex

Alex

Have you found what you're looking for, sir? We have discounted prices here.

Icon_Learner

Anthony

No, not yet. I'm shopping around for now.

Icon_Alex

Alex

I understand. Take your time! Here's my calling card. Please give a call once you're ready to purchase, so I could assist you right away.

B. flea market

  • an open-air market that sells old or used items

FLEA MARKET

Dialogue

Icon_Sally

Sally

Look, I have been looking everywhere for something like this.

Melly_Happy Icon

Melly

See? I told you. You can find almost anything you want at the flea market.

Icon_Sally

Sally

I was hoping to haggle for a lower price but the vendor looks a little strict so I'll just take this.

C. window shopping

  • looking at goods in store windows

WINDOW SHOPPING

Dialogue

Icon_Marie

Mom

Where's your sister? We have to go now or else we'll miss the bus.

Icon_Sakura

Alexa

She went window shopping for a bit. Let me call her.

Icon_Marie

Mom

Okay. I'll meet you both at the exit. Please hurry.

D. on a tight budget

  • having only a small amount of money to spend

TIGHT BUDGET

Dialogue

Icon_Sally

Sally

That's a nice coat. It'll look good on you for sure!

Icon_Cindy

Cindy

I really like it but I don't think I can afford it right now. I'm on a tight budget.

Icon_Sally

Sally

I see. You may check their website. They sometimes offer discounts.

E. good deal

  • a good price

GOOD DEAL

Dialogue

Icon_Alex

Alex

What about this one? You can get this mattress for 20% less. I guarantee you that it's a good deal..

Melly_Happy Icon

Melly

Sounds good. But which one is more durable?

Icon_Alex

Alex

We have more durable items upstairs, however they aren't on sale.

Melly_Happy Icon

Melly

I see. Then, I guess I'll take this one.

LET'S PRACTICE!

PART I

Direction: Fill in the blanks with the correct useful expressions. Make sure to use the correct tenses as well.

good deal window shopping
shopping around flea market
on a tight budget

  1. I love to go on weekends, even if I don't buy anything.

  2. This budget-friendly hotel is good for people traveling .

  3. Don't just buy the first thing you see - make sure to and compare prices.

  4. I love browsing the stalls at the you never know what you might find.

PART II

Direction: Direction: Listen as your mentor reads the statements twice. Then, repeat the sentences.

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