ASKING FOR INFORMATION

There are a number of formulas used when asking for information in English. Here are some of the most common:

• Do you happen to know...?
• Could you find out...?
• I'm interested in...
• I'm looking for...

• (Excuse me) can could you tell me (the way to the station/...)
• Do you know (if they are here / when they leave /...)
• Could you give me some information about ...
• Is it true that (they have moved /...)
• Have you got an idea of (when they leave / ...)
• I'd like to know (what he does / ...)

Information about company

What does your company do?
What is your specialty?
What do you specialize in?
What is your main line of business?

	We produce marketing materials.
	We specialize in art and design.

What are your major products?
What services do you provide?

	We produce office machines.
	We design software.
	We provide technical support.

Information about products

Could you give me some (more) information on this?

What can you tell me about this (product)?
Tell me about this one/model.

	This is one of our top brands.
	It's our best selling refrigerator.
	This one is the best in its class.
	We're really pleased with its performance.
	It's an excellent computer.
	I highly recommend this one.
	This model comes with several features.
	This particular one has two components.

Information about Price

What are you asking for this?
What does this sell for?

How much is it?
How much does it run?

	This (one) sells for $5900.
	This one goes for $2900.
	This one is priced at $9695.