Survival Phrases
The exact phrases you need for real life abroad — with practice dialogues and audio, for every level.
Practice pronunciationTravel & Transport
Airports, trains, taxis, and getting around.
Checking in at the Airport
Use these phrases when arriving at the airport check-in desk to drop off your luggage, select your seat, and get your boarding pass.
Going Through Security
Use these essential phrases to navigate airport security smoothly, ask about luggage rules, and follow officer instructions without stress.
Customs & Immigration
Use these essential phrases when answering questions from border control and customs officials at the airport or border.
Buying Train Tickets
Use these essential German phrases when buying train tickets at the station counter or asking staff about your journey.
Using Buses & the Metro
Use these essential phrases to buy tickets, find the right lines, and navigate buses and metro systems with confidence.
Taking a Taxi or Rideshare
Use these essential phrases to give directions, check fares, request stops, and handle payment when taking a taxi or rideshare in German-speaking countries.
Asking for Directions
Use these phrases when asking for directions on the street, following navigational instructions, or confirming your route in German-speaking cities.
On the Plane
Use these phrases to board smoothly, locate your seat, communicate with flight attendants, and handle comfort or health needs on an airplane.
At the Tourist Office
Use these phrases at a tourist information office to pick up maps, ask for local tips, and arrange tickets or tours.
Renting a Bike or Scooter
Use these phrases when renting a bicycle or e-scooter from a local shop or through a mobile sharing app.