Survival Phrases

Use these simple phrases when you buy medicine or ask a pharmacist for help.

Use these phrases at the pharmacy.

Use these phrases to describe your symptoms, ask about medication, and communicate clearly with a pharmacist.

Use these phrases when calling a medical clinic to schedule a visit with a doctor.

Use these phrases to call a clinic, talk to the staff, and get a time to see a doctor.

Use these phrases when you are feeling sick and need to explain your symptoms to a doctor or a pharmacist.

Use these phrases when you need to explain your symptoms to a doctor or ask a pharmacist for advice.

Use these phrases to describe dental problems, ask about treatments like fillings or extractions, and discuss pain relief and costs.

Use these phrases when describing dental symptoms, discussing treatment options, and asking about costs during a visit to the dentist.

Use these phrases when you have an emergency and need to see a doctor at the hospital.

Use these phrases when you visit an optician to test your eyes or get new glasses.

Use these phrases when you visit the optician or eye doctor for an exam, to check your vision, or to buy new glasses.

Use these practical phrases when you need to book a medical test, get a vaccine, or ask about your results at a clinic or pharmacy.