Speaking

Survival Phrases

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

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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
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Banking & Daily Admin

Banks, post office, phone, and internet.

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Opening a Bank Account

Use these phrases when you are opening a bank account and discussing the terms in Italy.

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ATMs & Getting Cash

Use these phrases when you need to find an ATM, withdraw cash, or resolve issues with your card in Italy.

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ATMs & Getting Cash

Use these phrases when you need to get cash from an ATM in Italy.

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Exchanging Money

Use these phrases when you need to exchange foreign currency at a bank or exchange office in Italy.

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Exchanging Money

Use these phrases when you need to exchange foreign currency at a bank or exchange booth.

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At the Post Office

Use these phrases when you need to send letters or packages at an Italian post office.

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At the Post Office

Use these phrases when you need to send packages or buy postage at an Italian post office.

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Getting a Phone / SIM Card

Use these phrases when you want to purchase a prepaid SIM card, select a data plan, and register your mobile line in Italy.

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Getting a Phone / SIM Card

Use these phrases when you need to purchase and set up a mobile SIM card in an Italian phone store.

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Filing a Complaint

Use these phrases when you need to formally complain about a banking error or administrative issue in Italy.

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Getting a Library Card

Use these phrases when you need to sign up for a library card, borrow materials, or access services at a local Italian library.

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Getting a Library Card

Use these phrases when you want to register at a public library in Italy and understand borrowing rules.