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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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Emergencies & Safety

Getting help fast when something goes wrong.

B1

A Medical Emergency

Use these essential phrases to accurately report symptoms, describe accidents, and communicate with emergency responders or bystanders when someone is hurt.

B1

Lost or Stolen Items

Use these phrases when you need to report missing belongings, speak to the police, or contact your embassy in an emergency.

B1

Car Accident or Breakdown

Essential phrases for communicating clearly during a car breakdown or minor accident, from checking for injuries to calling for assistance.

B1

Reporting a Crime

These phrases will help you communicate with the police to report a crime, describe what happened, and get the official documents you need.

B1

Fire & Evacuation

Essential phrases and instructions for navigating a fire alarm or building evacuation safely.

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