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Remi

I found a bank counter overseas. I will open an account, exchange money, and withdraw some cash. I show my ID and check the fees.

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I'd like to open an account.

I want to open an account.

I want to exchange money.

I want to exchange money.

exchange money = to change into another country's currency. 'How much, in what currency' follows after.

Can I withdraw some cash?

Can I withdraw some cash?

Deposit is deposit, withdraw is withdraw. In everyday conversation, take out cash is also natural.

Here's my ID.

Here’s my ID.

How much is the fee?

How much is the fee?

In twenties, please.

Please give me a twenty-dollar bill.

Requesting bill denominations: in twenties, in tens, in small bills.

Today's rule

1
Requests at the bank counter can mostly be made with the polite structure 'I'd like to + base verb'.
2
Just change the verb.

Key words

Bank errands (basic)