Buying Baby Items
Anita and Vikram go shopping for essential baby items — clothes, a crib, diapers, and a baby bag — before the delivery.
Key words and phrases
Useful sentences
- Ask Do you have baby onesies in newborn size?
- Answer Yes, they're on the second shelf.
- Ask Which crib would you recommend?
- Answer This wooden one is safe and sturdy.
- Ask How many diapers should we buy for the first month?
- Answer You should buy at least two large packs.
- Ask Is this feeding bottle easy to clean?
- Answer Yes, it comes apart easily for cleaning.
- Ask Can we stay within our budget today?
- Answer Yes, let's stick to the essentials list.
- Ask Should we buy a mosquito net for the crib?
- Answer Yes, it will keep the baby safe from insects.
- Ask Do you sell baby monitors here?
- Answer Yes, we have a few good models in stock.
- Ask Is there any discount on the baby wipes today?
- Answer Yes, you get ten percent off on a pack of three.
- Ask Should we get a waterproof sheet for the mattress?
- Answer Yes, it will protect the crib from spills.
- Ask Could you please give us the receipt for all these items?
- Answer Of course, I'll print it right away.
Dialogue
AnitaWe should buy the crib and the stroller today.
VikramAgreed. Let's also get diapers and onesies.
ShopkeeperThis newborn set has everything you need, ma'am.
AnitaPerfect, we'll take this set and two feeding bottles.
VikramDon't forget the baby bag for the hospital.
ShopkeeperI'll pack everything together for you.
AnitaCould you also show us a baby monitor and a mosquito net?
ShopkeeperCertainly, right this way. We have a great monitor with a night camera.
VikramThat looks perfect. Is there any discount if we buy it with the net?
ShopkeeperYes, I can offer you ten percent off on both together, and I'll print the receipt now.
Common mistakes
- Saying "baby's cloths" instead of "baby clothes."
- Saying "a crib for sleep" instead of "a crib to sleep in."
- Using "much diapers" instead of "many diapers" — diapers are countable.
- Saying "Give me bill" instead of "Could you give us the receipt, please?" (use a polite request in a shop).
- Saying "This is more cheap" instead of "This is cheaper" (use the correct comparative form).
- Saying "I want discount" instead of "Is there any discount available?" (phrase it as a polite question, not a demand).
Quick quiz
1. What is a "crib"?
2. A room prepared for a baby is called a ___.
3. Complete: "Let's stick to the ___ list."
4. What is used to protect a baby from insects near the crib?
5. A device used to watch or listen to a sleeping baby is called a ___.
6. What word means a reduction in the price of an item?
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