工作英语对话:Making a Request for Office Supplies(3)

A: How do I order the office supplies that I need?
B: Fill out this form with whatever you need. What do you need the most?
A: I need many things.
B: I can get a few of them right away, but might have to order some.
A: I can wait a few days for these items¹.
B: Make sure that you have money allocated² for these supplies. How much do you have for office supplies?
A: I don't think we have very much money for supplies, but we have a little.
B: Would you like them delivered to you or can you come get them here?
A: I am not sure yet.
B: When you finish completing the request form, we will order and let you know when the supplies are here. Have a great day!
A: Good-bye!
 

1 items   

n.物料项目 （任何一种自制或采购的零部件或组装件，如最终产品、部件、子部件、零件或原材料）；条( item的名词复数 )；一项；一则；一件商品（或物品）

参考例句：

• Bulky items will be collected separately. 大件物品将分开收集。
• Customers with ten items or less can use the express lane. 购买十件商品以内的顾客可使用快速购物通道。

2 allocated   

adj. 分配的 动词allocate的过去式和过去分词

参考例句：

• The Ford Foundation allocated millions of dollars for cancer research. 福特基金会拨款数百万美元用于癌症研究。
• More funds will now be allocated to charitable organizations. 现在会拨更多的资金给慈善组织。