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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 phrases to buy train tickets.

A1

Using Buses & the Metro

Use these phrases for buses and trains.

A1

Taking a Taxi or Rideshare

Use these sentences in a taxi.

A1

Asking for Directions

Use these phrases to ask for directions.

A1

On the Plane

Use these phrases on the plane.

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