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Beginner · scenario 53 of 84

Ask for a bag

Ask the supermarket cashier for a paper or plastic bag.

The situation You're at the supermarket checkout. Ask the cashier for a bag.

The dialogue

Buongiorno! Vorrei un sacchetto per la spesa, per favore.
Good morning! I would like a grocery bag, please.
Certo! Di carta o di plastica?
Sure! Paper or plastic?
Di carta, per favore. Quanto costa?
Paper, please. How much is it?
Costa venti centesimi. Carta o contanti?
It costs twenty cents. Card or cash?
Con la carta, grazie!
By card, thank you!
Perfetto! Ecco a Lei il sacchetto e lo scontrino.
Perfect! Here is your bag and receipt.

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