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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

Renting & Housing

Finding a place, utilities, and repairs.

A2

Repairs & Maintenance

Use these phrases to report a broken item in your apartment and arrange for the landlord or a repairman to fix it.

A2

Talking to Neighbors

These everyday phrases will help you introduce yourself to neighbors, make polite small talk, and ask to borrow common items.

A2

Trash & Recycling Rules

Essential phrases for figuring out trash, recycling rules, and collection days in your Norwegian housing.

A2

Furnishing Your Place

Use these practical phrases when shopping for furniture and setting up your new home in Norway.

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