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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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Shopping & Money

Stores, markets, prices, and paying.

B1

Buying Clothes

Use these phrases when you are shopping for clothes and need to ask about sizes, colors, or fitting rooms.

B1

Prices & Bargaining

Use these phrases when asking about prices, commenting on cost, requesting discounts, and agreeing on a final price while shopping in Norway.

B1

Returns & Exchanges

Use these phrases when you need to return or exchange a faulty or incorrect purchase in a Norwegian store.

B1

At the Electronics Store

Use these phrases when shopping for electronics, comparing models, and asking about specs or warranties in Norway.

B1

Souvenirs & Gifts

Use these phrases when you are shopping for authentic Norwegian gifts and souvenirs for friends or family.

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