Somewhere at an airport.
The passenger who needs help, by using the phrase Excuse me.
No. Other patterns: Attract attention – Ask for help – Explain the situation. Attract attention – Explain the situation.
I’m … /I can’t … /I need to …
Not only by asking a question, but also by using questioning intonation when explaining your situation.
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Male clerk: Which airline are you travelling with?
Male clerk: What time are you flying?
Male clerkflt’s Desk 43. And you’d better hurry!
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Female passengers: Excuse me, can you tell me where the lost property office is?
Female passengers: Thanks, I see. And is there anywhere to change money?
Female passengers: Good. And one last question. Where can I buy some chocolates and CDs? Where’s that?