A1English
Asking for Help
These phrases are for emergencies in a new city.
Key Phrases
Voice
Asking for help · 2 ways to say it
Excuse me. Can you help me?
neutralA good way to start speaking to a stranger.
Hello. I need help, please.
politeUse this with the police or station workers.
Saying you are lost · 2 ways to say it
I'm lost.
casualExcuse me. I am lost.
neutralIt is good to say excuse me first.
Finding a toilet · 2 ways to say it
Where is the restroom?
neutralUS
Where is the toilet?
neutralUK
Not understanding · 2 ways to say it
I don't understand.
casualFast and natural for everyday speaking.
Sorry, I do not understand.
politeClear and polite when you speak to an officer.
Asking to repeat · 2 ways to say it
Say it again, please.
casualCan you repeat that?
neutralAsking to speak slowly · 2 ways to say it
Speak slowly, please.
casualCan you speak slowly, please?
politePractice Dialogue
Traveler
Excuse me. Can you help me?
Officer
Yes. How can I help you?
Traveler
I am lost. Where is the train station?
Officer
The train station is near the park.
Traveler
I don't understand. Can you speak slowly?
Officer
Sure. It is near the big park.
Traveler
Can you repeat that, please?
Officer
It is near the big park.
Traveler
Okay, I understand. Thank you.
Officer
You are very welcome.