七、At a Bank 在银行

　　Banking hours are usually from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Sometimes you can't get service in a bank unless you have an account there.

　　1. A: I'd like to change these pesos, please.

　　B: How do you want them?

　　A: It doesn't make any difference.

　　B: Do you want anything else?

　　A: Yes, I'd like to open an account.

　　2. A: Would you cash these travelers' checks, please?

　　B: How would you like them?

　　A: In ten dollar bills, please.

　　B: Is there anything else?

　　A: Yes, I'd like to know how to send money to France.

　　3. A: Could you change these for me, please?

　　B: What would you like?

　　A: Twenties and some smaller bills, please.

　　B: Anything else?

　　A: Yes. Could you tell me my balance (余额)? Here's my account number.

　　八、In a Post Office 在邮局

　　Every mailing address in the United States has a “ZIP code” (邮政编码) which should be used whenever possible. Post offices are generally open from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, from Monday to Friday, and until noon on Saturday.

　　1. A: How much is an airmail letter to Japan?

　　B: I'll have to check. Can I help you with anything else?

　　A: I'd like a 20-cent stamp, please.

　　B: Here you are.

　　2. A: Could you tell me how much it would cost to send this to France by regular mail?

　　B: I'll look it up. Is there anything else?

　　A: Yes. I'd like five airmail stamps.

　　B: Here you are.

　　3. A: How much would it cost to send this special delivery?

　　B: Just a second. I'll have to check that. Anything else I can do for you?

　　A: Yes. I'd like to send a $20 money order.

　　B: There you go.

　　九、Getting a Haircut 理发

　　Many barbershops or hair stylists now cut both men's and women's hair. Prices vary considerably and it's sometimes necessary to make an appointment.

　　1. A: How do you want it?

　　B: Cut it short all over.

　　A: Would you like it washed?

　　B: No, thank you. It's OK.

　　2. A: How would you like me to cut it?

　　B: Just a trim (修剪), please.

　　A: Do you want it thinned?

　　B: No, I don't think so. Thanks.

　　3. A: What do you want me to do?

　　B: Not too much off, please.

　　A: Do you want a conditioner (护发素)?

　　B: No, that's fine. Thanks.

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