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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

Greetings & Socializing

Meeting people, small talk, and everyday politeness.

B2

Making Small Talk

Use these phrases to smoothly navigate casual conversations at work or with acquaintances, from breaking the ice to politely excusing yourself.

B2

Invitations & Making Plans

These phrases are used to naturally invite someone out, coordinate the details, and finalize your plans.

B2

Making Friends

Use these phrases when you are getting to know someone better and want to transition from small talk to building a real friendship.

B2

Giving Opinions & Disagreeing

Use these phrases in professional discussions to clearly state your viewpoint, challenge ideas constructively, and navigate disagreements without causing offense.

B2

Saying No Politely

Use these phrases to politely decline invitations, offers, or requests without offending the other person or sounding overly blunt.

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