Survival Phrases
The exact phrases you need for real life abroad — with practice dialogues and audio, for every level.
Practice pronunciationHealth & Pharmacy
Doctors, pharmacies, and describing symptoms.
At the Pharmacy
These phrases will help you describe symptoms, ask for over-the-counter remedies, and pick up prescriptions at a Norwegian pharmacy.
At the Pharmacy
Use these practical phrases to explain your symptoms, find painkillers, and pick up prescriptions at a Norwegian pharmacy.
At the Pharmacy
Use these phrases to describe symptoms, buy over-the-counter medicine, and ask about dosages at a Norwegian pharmacy.
Making a Doctor Appointment
These phrases will help you book an appointment, describe the urgency of your situation, and navigate checking in or registering at a Norwegian doctor's office.
Making a Doctor Appointment
Use these practical phrases to contact a Norwegian clinic, request a doctor's appointment, and explain your urgency.
Describing Symptoms
Use these phrases at the pharmacy or doctor's office to clearly explain your symptoms and understand their medical advice.
At the Dentist
Use these essential phrases to explain your symptoms, discuss treatments, and manage costs during a visit to a Norwegian dentist.
At the Hospital / ER
Essential phrases for registering and explaining your situation at a hospital or emergency room in Norway.
At the Optician
Use these phrases when you need an eye exam or want to buy new glasses and contact lenses in Norway.
At the Optician
Use these phrases to describe your vision problems, ask about different lens and frame options, and navigate a visit to the optician naturally.
Getting a Test or Vaccine
Use these phrases when booking a medical test or vaccine, describing symptoms, and asking about side effects or results.
Getting a Test or Vaccine
Use these practical phrases when visiting a clinic or pharmacy to get a vaccine, take a test, describe pain, and ask about results.