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52 [padesát dva] V obchodním domě

Shall we go to the department store	Jdeme do obchodního domu?
I have to go shopping.	Musím nakoupit.
I want to do a lot of shopping.	Chci toho koupit hodně.
Where are the office supplies	Kde jsou kancelářské potřeby?
I need envelopes and stationery.	Potřebuji obálky a dopisní papír.
I need pens and markers.	Potřebuji pera a zvýrazňovače.
Where is the furniture	Kde je nábytek?
I need a cupboard and a chest of drawers.	Potřebuji skříň a komodu.
I need a desk and a bookshelf.	Potřebuji psací stůl a polici.
Where are the toys	Kde jsou hračky?
I need a doll and a teddy bear.	Potřebuji panenku a medvídka.
I need a football and a chess board.	Potřebuji fotbalový míč a šachy.
Where are the tools	Kde je nářadí?
I need a hammer and a pair of pliers.	Potřebuji kladivo a kleště.
I need a drill and a screwdriver.	Potřebuji vrták a šroubovák.
Where is the jewellery / jewelry (am.) department	Kde jsou klenoty?
I need a chain and a bracelet.	Potřebuji řetízek a náramek.
I need a ring and earrings.	Potřebuji prstýnek a náušnice.

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