SPOKEN ENGLISH – AT THE POST OFFICE – A SELF LEARNING GUIDE TO CONVERSATION PRACTICE
Contents
- 1 Spoken English – At the Post Office
- 2 Common Phrases Used at the Post Office
- 3 Sample Conversation – At the Post Office
- 4 Conversation Practice Tips
- 5 SPOKEN ENGLISH – AT THE POST OFFICE – A SELF LEARNING GUIDE TO CONVERSATION PRACTICE
- 6 60 Days’ Spoken english conversation
- 7 English-Conversation-Premium.pdf
Spoken English – At the Post Office
A Self-Learning Guide to Conversation Practice
If you are learning spoken English, practicing real-life conversations is a great way to improve fluency. Below is a sample conversation at the post office, along with useful phrases and tips for better communication.
Common Phrases Used at the Post Office
Asking for Services:
- I would like to send a letter/package.
- Do you have express delivery service?
- How much is the postage for this letter to (destination)?
- Can I send this by registered mail?
Asking for Postage & Packaging:
- How much does it cost to send a parcel to (country)?
- Do you sell stamps/envelopes?
- Can I get a tracking number for this package?
Receiving & Collecting Mail:
- I would like to collect my parcel.
- Is there any mail for me?
- I have received a delivery notice. Where can I pick up my package?
Payment & Additional Services:
- Can I pay by cash/card?
- Do you provide money transfer services?
- How long will it take for the letter to reach (destination)?
Sample Conversation – At the Post Office
Customer: Good morning! I’d like to send this letter to London. How much will it cost?
Post Office Clerk: Good morning! Let me check. A standard letter to London costs $2 for regular mail and $5 for express delivery.
Customer: I need it to arrive quickly. I’ll choose express delivery.
Post Office Clerk: Sure. Please fill out this form. Would you like a tracking number?
Customer: Yes, please.
Post Office Clerk: That will be $5. How would you like to pay?
Customer: I’ll pay by card.
Post Office Clerk: Here’s your receipt and tracking number. Your letter will reach London in 3–5 days.
Customer: Thank you!
Post Office Clerk: You’re welcome!
Conversation Practice Tips
Practice role-playing – Take turns acting as the customer and post office clerk.
Use real-life scenarios – Next time you visit a post office, try using these phrases.
Speak slowly and clearly – Focus on pronunciation and confidence.
Would you like more spoken English practice for daily life situations? Let me know!