Lesson
Check-in counter (intermediate)
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Remi
In a situation where the bag weight is borderline, you want a spacious seat, and you're curious about extra baggage fees and boarding time, make a soft request in the form of a question rather than a command.
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I'd like to check one bag, please.
I would like to check in one bag.
Could I get a window seat, please?
Could I get a window seat?
Is there any extra legroom available?
Is there a seat with more legroom?
How much is it for an extra bag?
How much is it if I add a bag?
My bag might be a little overweight.
My bag might be slightly overweight.
Can I have my boarding pass, please?
Could I have my boarding pass, please?
What time does boarding start?
What time does boarding start?
Today's rule
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Using 'Could I get ~?
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' (request) and 'Is there ~ available?
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' (confirmation) allows you to smoothly request or confirm anything related to seats or services.
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Changing commands to questions makes it much more polite.
Key words
- overweight — overweight
- extra legroom — extra legroom
- baggage allowance — free baggage allowance
- boarding — boarding
- upgrade — seat upgrade