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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

Health & Pharmacy

Doctors, pharmacies, and describing symptoms.

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At the Pharmacy

Use these phrases to describe your symptoms and buy basic remedies at an Italian pharmacy.

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At the Pharmacy

Use these phrases when visiting an Italian pharmacy to describe common symptoms, ask for over-the-counter remedies, and understand dosage instructions.

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Making a Doctor Appointment

These essential phrases will help you call a clinic, register as a new patient, and secure a doctor's appointment even when it is urgent.

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Making a Doctor Appointment

These phrases will help you navigate calling a clinic, registering as a patient, and setting up an appointment with a doctor in Italy.

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At the Dentist

Essential phrases for explaining dental symptoms, discussing treatments, and navigating a visit to the dentist in Italy.

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At the Hospital / ER

Essential phrases to help you register, explain your symptoms, and navigate an Italian hospital or emergency room.

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At the Hospital / ER

Essential Italian phrases for checking into the hospital or emergency room, describing symptoms, and navigating the waiting process.

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At the Optician

Use these phrases to book an eye test, choose new frames, and order your glasses or contacts.

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At the Optician

Use these phrases when visiting an optician in Italy to get an eye test, choose new glasses, or buy contact lenses.

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Getting a Test or Vaccine

Use these phrases to book a medical test or vaccine, describe your symptoms, and ask about side effects and certificates.

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Getting a Test or Vaccine

Essential phrases for booking medical tests, getting vaccinations, and discussing side effects or results at an Italian clinic or pharmacy.