Question

What should we say when ask for something?​

Answer 1

Answer:

You ask for something, then the person you have asked needs more information. He or she asks you a question. If you haven’t expected this, you can “play for time” – say something to give you time to think. Say something like “Oh”, “Ah”, “Um”, or “Er” to give you a second or two to formulate an answer. Remember, complete silence makes the other person feel uneasy!

You: “Two tickets to Glasgow, please.”

Clerk: “Single or return?”

You: “Um, return please. We’re coming back tomorrow.”

(You are at the bureau de change)

Clerk: How would you like your money?

You: Oh, er, three tens and a five, please.

You: “Hello. Can I have a leaflet about London museums, please.”

Clerk: “Sure. Anything else?”

You: “Um, do you have any information about musicals?”