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Elementary · scenario 74 of 84

Return a faulty item

Explain that your item is broken and ask for a refund.

The situation Something you bought is broken. You're at the counter to get a refund.

The dialogue

  1. Olá, com licença! Pode me ajudar?

    Hello, excuse me! Can you help me?

  2. Bom dia! Como posso ajudar você hoje?

    Good morning! How can I help you today?

  3. Eu comprei esta xícara ontem e a alça está quebrada.

    I bought this cup yesterday and the handle is broken.

  4. Que pena! Você quer trocar ou prefere devolver?

    What a shame! Do you want to exchange it or prefer to return it?

  5. Eu prefiro devolver. Aqui está o recibo!

    I prefer to return it. Here is the receipt!

  6. Sem problemas! Você quer o dinheiro no cartão?

    No problem! Do you want the money on the card?

  7. Sim, no cartão, por favor. Muito obrigado!

    Yes, by card, please. Thank you very much!

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