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Renting ski gear in English

Everyday English for renting ski gear. Key line: “Hi, could I rent some ski gear for today?”

Full script

LinHi, could I rent some ski gear for today?
ThemSure, do you need boots, poles, and a helmet too?
LinYes, please—I'm a beginner, and I fall with enthusiasm.
ThemThen I'd suggest a shorter pair of skis, just to start.
LinSounds good. Can I get gloves too, or is that extra?
ThemGloves are extra, but the helmet comes with everyone's dignity.
LinPerfect. Let's protect my head and what's left of it.
ThemGreat plan—after the first run, you'll thank that helmet.

Key phrases

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Renting

✓ Could I rent some ski gear for today?

Polite way to ask to rent gear for today

Could I is more polite; common for renting

Need more

✓ Do you need ... too?

Ask if they want another item too

Common follow-up question in shops

Beginner

✓ I'm a beginner.

Say you are new to it

Not "I'm fresh hand"

Extra

✓ Is that extra?

Ask if it costs more

Useful for checking extra charges

Quick answers

Renting: what to say in English

Say “Could I rent some ski gear for today?” — polite way to ask to rent gear for today. Could I is more polite; common for renting.

Need more: what to say in English

Say “Do you need ... too?” — ask if they want another item too. Common follow-up question in shops.

Beginner: what to say in English

Say “I'm a beginner.” — say you are new to it. Not "I'm fresh hand".

Extra: what to say in English

Say “Is that extra?” — ask if it costs more. Useful for checking extra charges.

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