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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 LEVELSA1A2B1B2C1
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

Everyday Services

Hairdresser, laundry, gym, and appointments.

B1

At the Hairdresser

Use these phrases when explaining exactly how you want your hair cut, styled, or colored at a salon.

A2

Joining a Gym

Use these phrases when you visit a new gym.

B1

Joining a Gym

These phrases will help you ask the right questions and choose the best plan when joining a gym.

B1

Booking an Appointment

Use these phrases to book, change, or cancel an appointment for everyday services like a haircut or doctor visit.

A2

Booking an Appointment

Use these phrases to make, change, or cancel your visits and meetings.

B1

At the Mechanic

These phrases will help you explain car problems to a mechanic and discuss repair estimates, parts, and costs.

A2

Phone & Device Repair

Use these phrases when you need to fix your phone or tablet at a repair shop.

B1

Phone & Device Repair

These phrases will help you explain the problem and ask about repairs at a device shop.

A2

Spa, Nails & Massage

Use these simple phrases when you visit a spa or nail salon.

A2

Tailor & Alterations

Use these phrases when you visit a tailor for clothes alterations.