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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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Health & Pharmacy

Doctors, pharmacies, and describing symptoms.

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At the Pharmacy

Use these phrases to describe symptoms, buy over-the-counter medicine, and ask about dosages at a Norwegian pharmacy.

A2

Making a Doctor Appointment

Use these practical phrases to contact a Norwegian clinic, request a doctor's appointment, and explain your urgency.

A2

At the Hospital / ER

Essential phrases for registering and explaining your situation at a hospital or emergency room in Norway.

A2

At the Optician

Use these phrases when you need an eye exam or want to buy new glasses and contact lenses in Norway.

A2

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.

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