Buying the Engagement Ring

Rahul visits a jewellery shop with his sister to choose an engagement ring for Priya, carefully comparing designs and budget.

Meanings in Rahul, Sister, Jeweller

Key words and phrases

jewellery shopa shop that sells rings, necklaces, and ornamentsThey went to a jewellery shop near the market.

engagement ringa ring given to mark a promise of marriageHe picked a simple gold engagement ring.

carata unit measuring the purity of gold or weight of a diamondThis ring is made of 18 carat gold.

designthe pattern or style of an itemShe liked the floral design the most.

budgetthe amount of money set aside to spendLet's stay within our budget for the ring.

try onto wear something briefly to check the fitWould you like to try on a few rings?

finger sizethe measurement of a finger for a ringWe don't know her exact finger size.

billa printed record of purchase and pricePlease keep the bill safely for the warranty.

polishto make something shiny by rubbingThe jeweller will polish the ring before delivery.

surprisesomething unexpected and pleasantHe wanted to keep the ring a surprise.

diamonda precious, clear gemstone often set in ringsThe ring has a small diamond in the centre.

gemstonea precious or semi-precious stone used in jewelleryShe wanted a ring with a colourful gemstone.

discounta reduction in the usual priceThe shop offered a ten percent discount.

warrantya written promise to repair or replace an item if it is faultyThe ring comes with a one-year warranty.

showcasea glass cabinet used to display items in a shopThe rings were arranged neatly in the showcase.

receipta written proof of payment for a purchaseKeep the receipt in case you need to exchange it.

custom-mademade specially according to a customer's requirementsHe asked the jeweller for a custom-made design.

gold ratethe current market price of goldThe gold rate has gone up this week.

exchangeto replace a purchased item with anotherYou can exchange the ring if it doesn't fit.

packagingthe box or wrapping used to present an itemThe ring came in beautiful velvet packaging.

Useful sentences

Ask Can you show me some engagement rings?
Answer Sure, here are our latest designs.
Ask What is the price of this ring?
Answer This one costs around thirty thousand rupees.
Ask Do you know her finger size?
Answer Not exactly, but I can guess a medium size.
Ask Can this ring be resized later?
Answer Yes, we offer free resizing within a month.
Ask Is this within our budget?
Answer Yes, it fits well within what we planned.
Ask Does this ring come with a warranty?
Answer Yes, it has a one-year warranty on the setting.
Ask Can I see the diamond ring in the showcase?
Answer Of course, let me take it out for you.
Ask Is any discount available on this design?
Answer Yes, we're offering five percent off today.
Ask What is today's gold rate?
Answer It's a little higher than last week, sir.
Ask Will you give me a receipt for this purchase?
Answer Yes, and it comes in nice packaging too.

Dialogue

RahulI want to buy an engagement ring for Priya. Can you help me choose?

SisterOf course! She loves simple, elegant designs.

JewellerThis solitaire design is very popular right now.

RahulIt's beautiful. What if the size doesn't fit?

JewellerDon't worry, we offer free resizing within thirty days.

SisterPerfect, let's go with this one, Rahul.

RahulDoes it come with any discount or a warranty?

JewellerYes, five percent off today, plus a one-year warranty.

RahulWonderful. Please pack it nicely and give me the receipt.

JewellerCertainly, sir. Here's the receipt with today's gold rate mentioned.

Common mistakes

Saying "marriage ring" instead of "engagement ring" when referring to the ring given before the wedding.
Saying "try the ring" instead of "try on the ring."
Saying "how much is cost" instead of "how much does it cost" or "what is the cost."
Saying "give me discount" instead of "can you give me a discount" or "is there a discount available."
Saying "warranty of one year" instead of "a one-year warranty" or "warranty for one year."
Saying "gold price" instead of "gold rate" when referring to the daily market price of gold.

Quick quiz

1. What is an "engagement ring"?

2. Complete: "Would you like to ___ a few rings?"

3. A unit measuring gold purity is called ___.

4. A written proof of payment for a purchase is called a ___.

5. What is a "discount"?

6. Complete: "He asked the jeweller for a ___ design."

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