At the Post Office – Sending a Package
Welcome to Hello English! Whether you’re mailing a gift, returning an online order, or sending documents, knowing how to send a package in English is a useful real-life skill. This lesson gives you a realistic conversation and essential vocabulary—all using everyday US English.
Watch this short, realistic conversation between a customer and a postal clerk. Perfect for listening practice!
Post Office Conversation
Characters:
• Lena – the customer
• Carlos – the postal clerk
Lena: Hi!
Carlos: Hello! What can I help you with?
Lena: I’d like to send this package.
Carlos: Sure! Is it going domestic or international?
Lena: Domestic—just to California.
Carlos: Got it. Did you pack it yourself?
Lena: Yes, I did.
Carlos: Is there anything fragile inside?
Lena: Yes, it’s a glass vase.
Carlos: Okay, I’ll mark it “Fragile.”
Lena: Great. How much will it cost?
Carlos: $12.50 for Priority Mail.
Lena: That works.
Carlos: Would you like tracking and insurance?
Lena: Yes, please.
💡 Tip: This post office dialogue is great for audio or video practice. Each line is short (3–6 words), naturally paced, and perfect for rehearsing everyday interactions—like sending a package within the U.S.
Essential Post Office Vocabulary
Learn these key terms to send packages with confidence:
- Send a package – to mail a box or envelope
- Domestic – within the same country (US)
- International – to another country
- Pack it yourself – you prepared the box
- Fragile – handle with care (e.g., glass, electronics)
- Priority Mail – faster US shipping option
- Tracking – lets you follow your package online
- Insurance – protection if the package is lost or damaged
Other Useful Phrases
- “I’d like to send this package to [city/state].”
- “How much does it cost to send this?”
- “Is there a faster option?”
- “Can I get a receipt, please?”
Practice Tip
Practice saying “I’d like to send this package to California” and “Is there anything fragile inside?”—these are the two most common questions!
Why This Matters
Whether you’re:
• Sending a gift to family in another state
• Returning an online purchase
• Mailing documents for work or school
…this conversation prepares you for one of the most common post office tasks in the US.
Now you’re ready to send a package in English—confidently and correctly! Bookmark this guide, or try our interactive quiz to test your post office vocabulary.
Happy mailing! 📦
