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Survival Phrases

The exact phrases you need for real life abroad — with practice dialogues and audio, for every level.

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ALL LEVELSA1A2B1
ALL TOPICS Greetings & Socializing Eating & Drinking Out Travel & Transport Hotels & Accommodation Shopping & Money Health & Pharmacy Banking & Daily Admin Renting & Housing Everyday Services Emergencies & Safety Work & Study

Banking & Daily Admin

Banks, post office, phone, and internet.

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Opening a Bank Account

These phrases will help you navigate a visit to a bank branch to open a new account, understand the fees, and get your debit card and online banking set up.

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Exchanging Money

Use these phrases to ask about exchange rates, clarify commissions, and specify how you want your cash when exchanging money.

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At the Post Office

These phrases will help you navigate the post office with confidence, whether you are buying stamps, choosing shipping options, or filling out customs forms.

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Getting a Phone / SIM Card

These phrases will help you navigate mobile shops to buy a prepaid SIM card, choose a data plan, and get your phone connected.

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Filing a Complaint

Use these phrases to confidently explain a problem, request a refund, and escalate an issue at a bank or administrative office.

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Getting a Library Card

These phrases will help you register for a library card, provide the correct documents, and ask about borrowing rules or computer access.