23 | Delivery Times

Today you will learn 5 new English words related to "Delivery Times"

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SEWT Team
September 12, 2025

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Knowing how to talk about “delivery times” is an important skill for you, an ESL learner, because it helps you manage orders, track packages, and solve problems when something doesn’t arrive as expected. Whether you’re shopping online, ordering food, or receiving important documents, being able to ask questions and understand delivery details in English makes life more convenient. Today’s vocabulary will help you confidently communicate about shipping and arrivals. Let’s jump right in!

5 TERMS

  1. Estimated (Adjective): A guess or rough calculation of when something will happen or arrive.

  2. Tracking number (Noun): A unique code used to check the status and location of a package.

  3. Delay (Noun / Verb): When something is late or takes longer than expected.

  4. Courier (Noun): A person or company that delivers packages.

  5. Signature (Noun): A handwritten name used to confirm receipt of something.

EXAMPLE SENTENCES

  1. Estimated

    • The estimated delivery time is between 2 and 4 p.m.

    • We received an estimated arrival date by email.

    • That’s just an estimated time—it could be earlier or later.

  2. Tracking number

    • I used the tracking number to see where my order was.

    • The company sent me a tracking number after I paid.

    • Your tracking number shows that the package is in transit.

  3. Delay 

    • There’s a delay due to bad weather.

    • My package was delayed at the border.

    • They apologized for the delay and offered a discount.

  4. Courier

    • The courier left the package at the front door.

    • A courier service can deliver important documents quickly.

    • The courier arrived right on time.

  5. Signature

    • The delivery required a signature.

    • I signed my name as a signature when the courier arrived.

    • No signature was needed, so they left it on the porch.

EXAMPLE PARAGRAPH

After placing an order online, you’ll usually get a tracking number and an estimated delivery window. Sometimes there may be a delay, especially during holidays or bad weather. A courier will bring the package to your door, and in some cases, you’ll need to provide a signature to confirm you received it. Knowing these terms helps you stay informed and avoid confusion.