Getting a library card in English
Everyday English for getting a library card. Key line: “Hi, could I *sign* *up* for a *library* *card*?”
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Key phrases
The lines worth keeping. Read them once before you go out.
Polite way to ask for a card
Polite for services; sign up for is common
Ask if they have both documents
Don't miss 'of' in proof of address
Use when handing something over
Natural when you give someone an item
Everything is ready now
Means everything is ready; very common
Quick answers
Library card: what to say in English
Say “Could I sign up for a library card?” — polite way to ask for a card. Polite for services; sign up for is common.
Documents: what to say in English
Say “Do you have an ID and proof of address?” — ask if they have both documents. Don't miss 'of' in proof of address.
Show it: what to say in English
Say “Here's one.” — use when handing something over. Natural when you give someone an item.
Done: what to say in English
Say “You're all set.” — everything is ready now. Means everything is ready; very common.