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Getting new glasses in English

Everyday English for getting new glasses. Key line: “Hi, I need to get my eyes checked.”

Full script

LinHi, I need to get my eyes checked.
ThemSure. Are your current glasses not working well?
LinYeah, I keep waving at strangers. It's awkward.
ThemThen let's find a pair that helps you recognize people.
LinI'd like something light and not too expensive.
ThemNo problem. Do you wear them all day?
LinAll day, please. I'd love to spot my friends sooner.
ThemGot it. We'll save your hellos for the right people.

Key phrases

The lines worth keeping. Read them once before you go out.

exam

✓ I need to get my eyes checked.

Natural way to ask for an eye exam

Natural opener at the glasses shop

works well

✓ not working well

For glasses or devices that do not work well

Use for glasses or devices

light

✓ something light

Ask for a lighter one

Common for glasses or clothes

all day

✓ wear them all day

Say how long you wear them

Useful for saying how long

Quick answers

exam: what to say in English

Say “I need to get my eyes checked.” — natural way to ask for an eye exam. Natural opener at the glasses shop.

works well: what to say in English

Say “not working well” — for glasses or devices that do not work well. Use for glasses or devices.

light: what to say in English

Say “something light” — ask for a lighter one. Common for glasses or clothes.

all day: what to say in English

Say “wear them all day” — say how long you wear them. Useful for saying how long.

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