Spanish · Beginner¡Olvidé mi cartera en la caja!Missing Wallet at Checkout

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00:00Intro
Hello everyone! Today we have a useful chat, about a day at the supermarket.
Diego, you look a bit worried today. What happened to you yesterday, at the corner store?
Camila, imagine arriving at the checkout with your groceries, and seeing that you have no money.
What a complicated moment! Feeling the eyes of people is difficult.
Without a doubt. But today we learn six key phrases, to keep calm.
Our main phrase for today is: Let's figure this out.
We are also going to practice very useful phrases, like: Can you give me a hand? and I can't find my wallet.
And other necessary expressions, like: I left it somewhere, I am going to check my pockets, and We still have time.
In addition, today we share an interesting fact, about people in Latin American markets.
I like learning about Latin culture, and about friendliness in the market.
Let's start right now, with yesterday's story at the checkout!
Good idea! Let's listen to what happened, at the supermarket checkout.
I am sure that something similar happened to many listeners, when paying the bill.
Of course. These expressions are ideal, to ask for help politely in the store.
Calm at the supermarket helps you think, and helps solve problems.
You are completely right. Speaking with simple phrases facilitates communication on the street.
Sometimes we forget small things, but there are always polite people.
That is why it is very important to stay calm, and use the right words.
Diego, tell me in detail your experience, at your neighborhood supermarket.
Yesterday afternoon I went to the supermarket, to buy red apples, milk, cheese, and bread.
Your shopping list was quite fast and simple, right?
Yes, everything was calm, until I reached the main checkout counter to pay.
Did you see many people in line, at that time of the afternoon?
I saw a long line of customers, with carts full of vegetables and fruits.
You waited a few minutes patiently, until your turn to pay came, right?
The line moved fast, and the cashier scanned my groceries.
At that moment you opened your backpack, to take out your wallet with money, right?
I put my hand in my backpack, and said in panic: I can't find my wallet.
Oh no! What a difficult situation, in front of the people walking near you.
I searched among my notebooks and keys, but the wallet didn't show up in the bag.
What face did the cashier make, when you said you couldn't find your money?
The cashier looked at me, smiled politely, and told me: Don't worry, let's figure this out.
What a thoughtful person. Did she help you put your bags aside?
Yes, she put my grocery bag behind the counter, for a few minutes.
Did you know that in Mexican markets, cashiers are usually very patient with people?
I read that in Latin America, many people prefer to pay for purchases with cash.
It is true, but nowadays, many people pay with cell phones.
The cashier told me again with a smile: Let's figure this out without rush.
That gave you the necessary calm, to look for your money without feeling pressure.
I took a deep breath, and began to remember. I thought about my morning.
And did you remember the exact place, before leaving the store?
Yes, I remembered something important. I put the wallet in my jacket pocket.
What a huge relief you felt at that moment!
I put my hand in my jacket, took out the money, and was able to pay for all my shopping.
I am so glad to know that everything ended well, and that the cashier was so polite.
It was an excellent lesson, on the importance of keeping calm on the street.
Totally agree. Kindness in the store helps a lot. Everything is easier.
Since that afternoon, I always check my pockets before going out.
That is a wonderful habit, to avoid problems at the supermarket checkout.
The patience of the people helped me a lot. I didn't feel ashamed at any moment.
It is beautiful to find polite people, when we go through a small problem.
I am happy to count on the help, of that very friendly cashier.
Good experiences in the store help. They teach us to be better customers.
Remembering those polite details gives us peace of mind when going to buy.
That's right. A good attitude at the checkout changes the whole day.
Let me study carefully, the meaning and use of the six phrases.
The first supporting phrase is: Can you give me a hand?
This phrase means asking for help from a nearby person, in a very polite way.
For example, if your bags are heavy, you ask your friend: Can you give me a hand?
In other words, it is a quick and natural way to ask for support, on the street or in the store.
The second important phrase on the list is: I left it somewhere.
This phrase expresses that you forgot your item in a place, and don't remember which it was.
For example, if you don't see your wallet in your backpack, you say: I left it somewhere.
That is to say, it indicates that you don't remember the exact location of your things, at that moment.
The third phrase of the lesson is: We still have time.
It means that there is no reason to rush, nor to feel distress or hurry about the hour.
For example, if the train arrives in twenty minutes, you say: We still have time.
It is an ideal expression, to calm a friend who feels nervous.
The fourth useful phrase of the class is: I am going to check my pockets.
It means searching for your things in your clothes, attentively and patiently.
If you look for your keys or money in your jacket, you say: I am going to check my pockets.
And the fifth phrase on the list is: I can't find my wallet.
This phrase explains your problem clearly, to the person serving at the checkout.
It directly communicates that you need to search for your money, or use another payment method.
Now I want to ask you a question, about your daily habits on the street, Camila.
Tell me, Diego. What topic is your question about?
Do you always keep your wallet, in the same place in your bag?
I am Team Camila. I always put my wallet in the zippered pocket.
Well I am Team Diego. I put my wallet in my backpack, or in my jacket.
For that reason, sometimes you search for your things for minutes, in the store.
I heard that forty percent of people, forget their wallet at home once a year.
That is a high number! I think many forget their cell phone, in the car.
It is a curious fact about memory. The important thing is to repeat: Let's figure this out.
I agree with you. Keeping a cool head helps solve any unexpected event.
In addition, using the right expressions helps a lot. You get help on the street.
That's right. Good communication helps. It serves in any country.
It is always good to practice. Simple phrases help a lot.
True. These expressions give confidence. They help at the moment of paying.
When we speak with politeness, people respond with eagerness to help.
That is the key to enjoying every trip, and to learning Spanish with joy.
Each new phrase helps a lot. It gives us confidence when speaking with people.
Agreed. That is why we recommend repeating the sentences, several times a week.
With each small exercise, we feel more confident going to the store.
Exactly. Daily consistency is the best way to advance in the language.
We arrived at our practice section, with six daily life situations.
I am ready for the challenge, Camila. Tell me the first question of today's exercise.
Question number one: You can't find your money at the checkout. What do you say to the cashier?
I tell her politely: I'm sorry, I can't find my wallet at the moment.
Very well. Question number two: You want to ask your friend for help with the bags. What do you ask?
I ask him directly: Please, can you give me a hand with this?
Excellent answer. Question number three: You think you left your money at the cafe. How do you say it?
I express my suspicion saying: I think my wallet, was left somewhere in the cafe.
Let's move to question number four: Your friend feels in a hurry for the train. What do you tell him?
I answer him calmly: Don't worry, we still have time.
Question number five: You are going to look for your money in your coat. What do you say to your companion?
I announce my action saying: One second, I am going to check my pockets.
And question number six: Your friend is worried, and you want to give him confidence. What do you say?
I smile at him and affirm with confidence: Nothing is wrong, let's figure this out together.
Good job, Diego! You answered all six questions, accurately and clearly.
Thank you, Camila. Practicing these situations gives confidence when speaking Spanish.
Remembering these answers helps act fast, faced with any small problem.
True. With daily practice, speaking in the store becomes easier each time.
This question section helps a lot. It keeps the phrases in memory.
It is a dynamic way to review, before using the language in the market.
I am glad to see your progress. You have learned the expressions very well.
Each practice helps a lot. It gives me confidence and better pronunciation.
That daily effort is worth it. It helps communicate without fears.
Without a doubt. Learning with real examples is the best method.
When we practice together, learning turns out fast and fun.
You are completely right. Sharing these phrases helps everyone improve.
To close today's lesson, we have a speaking exercise for everyone.
It is a very simple activity, that our listeners can do tomorrow morning.
Tomorrow before leaving your house, look in the mirror and say three times: Let's figure this out.
Pronouncing this phrase firmly helps respond calmly, in difficult moments.
Remember Diego's lesson in the store: calmness and politeness solve everything.
Saying these words with confidence will give you the necessary assurance, to speak in the store.
If you liked this video, share it with your friends learning Spanish at this level.
Practice your expressions every day, and speak with confidence at the supermarket.
We want to know if you ever forgot your wallet, at the checkout in the market.
Writing a short comment is a good way, to practice your Spanish with us.
See you in the next episode! A very special greeting to all our listeners!
See you soon and have a great day!
Bye everyone and see you in the next class!

Key phrases

6 to keep
Vamos a resolver estoVamos a resolver esto
let's solve this together
Tranquilo, vamos a resolver esto en la caja.Relax, we'll sort this out at the register.
No encuentro mi carteraNo encuentro mi cartera
I can't find my wallet
No encuentro mi cartera y ya es mi turno de pagar.I can't find my wallet and it's already my turn to pay.
¿Me das una mano?¿Me das una mano?
can you give me a hand?
¿Me das una mano? No hallo la cartera.Can you give me a hand? I can't find the wallet.
Se me quedó en algún lugarSe me quedó en algún lugar
I left it somewhere
Creo que se me quedó en algún lugar de la casa.I think I left it somewhere in the house.
Todavía tenemos tiempoTodavía tenemos tiempo
we still have time
Todavía tenemos tiempo antes de que cierre la tienda.We still have time before the store closes.
Voy a revisar mis bolsillosVoy a revisar mis bolsillos
I am going to check my pockets
Espera, voy a revisar mis bolsillos otra vez.Wait, I'm going to check my pockets again.

Te toca

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Today's small task

It is a very simple activity, that our listeners can do tomorrow morning.It is a very simple activity, that our listeners can do tomorrow morning.

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