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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 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

Eating & Drinking Out

Restaurants, cafés, bars, and ordering food.

B2

Making a Restaurant Reservation

Use these phrases to secure a table, negotiate the time, and communicate any special requests when calling a restaurant.

B2

Ordering at a Restaurant

These essential phrases will help you navigate a restaurant visit naturally, from asking for more time with the menu to handling incorrect orders and paying the check.

B2

Allergies & Dietary Needs

Use these phrases to clearly communicate food allergies, intolerances, and dietary preferences to restaurant staff, ensuring you can eat safely.

B2

Sending Food Back & Complaints

Use these phrases to firmly but politely address mistakes with your food or order while dining out.

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