Lesson21
【Lesson 21】
◆English expressions you can use at the bank
◆Key expressions for Lesson 21
I’d like to open an account.
I’d like to deposit some money.
How much is the interest rate for your savings accounts?
◆Let’s try the following exercises.
Q: What would you say if you’d like to know how to use an ATM?
A: Excuse me. How do I use the ATM?
Q: What would you say if you’d like to open a savings account?
A: I’d like to open a savings account.
Q: What would you say if you transferred some money to the wrong bank account?
A: Excuse me, but I have accidentally transferred some money to the wrong bank account. What should I do?
Q: What would you say if you’d like to withdraw 100 dollars from your savings account?
A: I’d like to withdraw 100 dollars from my savings account, please.
Q: What would you say if you’d like to know how much the interest rate for your savings account is?
A: Excuse me. How much is the interest rate for my savings account?
Q: What would you say if you’d like to know your bank balance?
A: Excuse me. Could you tell me the balance in my account, please?
Q: What would you say if you’d like to know today’s dollar-to-yen exchange rate?
A: Excuse me. Could you tell me today’s dollar-to-yen exchange rate?
Q: What would you say if you want to ask a teller how many days it will take for a check to clear?
A: Excuse me. How many days will it take for the check to clear?
Q: What would you say if you forgot your PIN?
A: Excuse me. I have forgotten my PIN. Is it still possible to withdraw some cash? I’ve got my ID with me.
Q: What would you say if you lost your bank card last night?
A: Excuse me. I lost my bank card last night. Could you cancel my card immediately and reissue a new one? Also, could you please check if it’s already been used?