SPOKEN ENGLISH – AT THE POST OFFICE – A SELF LEARNING GUIDE TO CONVERSATION PRACTICE

SPOKEN ENGLISH – AT THE POST OFFICE – A SELF LEARNING GUIDE TO CONVERSATION PRACTICE

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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!

SPOKEN ENGLISH – AT THE POST OFFICE – A SELF LEARNING GUIDE TO CONVERSATION PRACTICE

60 Days’ Spoken english conversation

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Here is a Self-Learning Guide for Spoken English – At the Post Office, perfect for beginners or intermediate learners to practice real-life conversations. This guide includes:

• Common phrases

• Model dialogues

• Vocabulary

• Pronunciation tips

• Self-practice exercises

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1. Common Phrases Used at the Post Office

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2. Vocabulary You Should Know

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3. Sample Conversation – Sending a Letter

Customer:

Good morning. I’d like to send this letter to Mumbai.

Post Office Staff:

Sure. Would you like to send it by regular post or speed post?

Customer:

Speed post, please. How much will it cost?

Staff:

It will be ₹41. It should reach in 2–3 days.

Customer:

Okay. Here is the address and the letter.

Staff:

Thank you. Here is your receipt and tracking number.

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4. Sample Conversation – Collecting a Parcel

Customer:

Hello. I got a message that my parcel has arrived.

Staff:

May I see your ID and the parcel slip?

Customer:

Sure, here they are.

Staff:

Thank you. Here’s your parcel. Please sign here.

Customer:

Thank you!

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5. Pronunciation Tips

Practice slowly and clearly. Use a mirror to check your lip movement.

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6. Practice Activities

A. Fill in the blanks

1. I want to send this letter by ______ post.

2. How long will the ______ take to reach Delhi?

3. Can I buy five ______, please?

B. Role-Play Practice

Act as a customer and then as a post office worker. Use the dialogues above.

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Bonus: Polite Phrases

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Would you like this as a PDF self-study worksheet with audio or video practice links for pronunciation? I can create one for your level!

SPOKEN ENGLISH – AT THE POST OFFICE – A SELF LEARNING GUIDE TO CONVERSATION PRACTICE

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