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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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Travel & Transport

Airports, trains, taxis, and getting around.

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Buying Train Tickets

Use these basic French phrases when you buy train tickets at a station.

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Using Buses & the Metro

Use these phrases to buy tickets and navigate the metro or bus.

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Taking a Taxi or Rideshare

Use these simple phrases to communicate with your driver when you take a taxi or rideshare.

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Asking for Directions

Use these essential phrases when you need to ask for directions or find local landmarks in French.

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On the Plane

Use these basic phrases to communicate during your flight.

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