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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

Travel & Transport

Airports, trains, taxis, and getting around.

B1

Checking in at the Airport

Essential phrases for checking in your bags, choosing your seat, and navigating the airport up to the boarding gate.

A2

Checking in at the Airport

These everyday phrases will help you successfully navigate the airport check-in desk in Italian.

A2

Going Through Security

These phrases will help you understand security officers and explain what you have in your bags at an Italian airport.

B1

Going Through Security

Use these phrases to navigate airport security smoothly and understand instructions from the staff.

B1

Customs & Immigration

These phrases will help you confidently navigate passport control, answer questions about your trip, and declare any items at Italian customs.

A2

Customs & Immigration

Learn the essential Italian phrases you need to confidently answer questions at customs and passport control.

B1

Reporting Lost Luggage

Use these phrases at the Lost and Found desk when your suitcase doesn't appear on the baggage carousel.

B1

Buying Train Tickets

Essential Italian phrases for buying train tickets, checking schedules, and navigating platforms or delays.

A1

Buying Train Tickets

Use these essential phrases to buy tickets, check departure times, and find the right platform at an Italian train station.

A2

Buying Train Tickets

Use these practical phrases to buy tickets, find your platform, and handle train travel in Italy like a local.

A1

Using Buses & the Metro

Use these essential phrases to confidently buy tickets, find the right bus or metro, and navigate your route in Italy.

A2

Using Buses & the Metro

Use these practical phrases to navigate Italian public transport like a local, from buying your ticket to finding the right stop.

B1

Using Buses & the Metro

Essential phrases for navigating public transport, buying tickets, and asking for directions in Italy.

A1

Taking a Taxi or Rideshare

Essential phrases for directing a taxi driver, asking about the fare, and paying at your destination.

B1

Taking a Taxi or Rideshare

Use these practical phrases to navigate taking a taxi or rideshare in Italy, from setting your destination to paying the fare.

A2

Taking a Taxi or Rideshare

Essential phrases for telling a taxi driver where you want to go, asking about the fare, giving simple directions, and paying at the end of your ride.

B1

Asking for Directions

These phrases will help you confidently ask for directions, understand the answers, and find your way around an Italian city.

A1

Asking for Directions

Use these essential phrases to ask locals for directions, find nearby places, and confirm you are going the right way.

A2

Asking for Directions

Use these phrases to ask for directions, understand the route you are given, and check you have the right details.

B1

Renting a Car

These phrases will help you navigate renting a car in Italy, from confirming your reservation to handling insurance and returning the vehicle.

B1

On the Plane

Use these phrases when travelling by plane — from boarding and finding your seat to asking the crew for help or feeling unwell during the flight.

A1

On the Plane

Use these phrases on an Italian flight to find your seat, ask the crew for help, and handle common in-flight situations.

A2

On the Plane

Use these phrases when travelling by plane — from boarding and finding your seat to asking the crew for help.

A2

At the Tourist Office

Use these phrases when visiting a tourist information office to get maps, find out about sights, opening hours, tickets, and tours.

B1

At the Tourist Office

Use these phrases when visiting a tourist information office to get maps, plan sightseeing, ask about tickets, tours, and how to reach the main attractions.

B1

Renting a Bike or Scooter

Essential phrases for renting, unlocking, and returning bikes or e-scooters in Italy.