Speaking

Survival Phrases

The exact phrases you need for real life abroad — with practice dialogues and audio, for every level.

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ALL LEVELSA1A2B1
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

Work & Study

Interviews, the workplace, and enrolling in courses.

B1

Your First Day at Work

These essential phrases will help you navigate your first day at a French-speaking office, from finding your desk to making small talk with new colleagues.

A2

Your First Day at Work

These phrases will help you introduce yourself, navigate the office, and make simple small talk on your first day at a new job.

B1

Enrolling in a Course

Here are the essential phrases you need to confidently ask about course options, fees, schedules, and finalize your registration at a language school.

A2

Enrolling in a Course

Use these practical phrases to ask for information and enroll in a class at a language school or community center.

A2

Asking for Time Off

Use these phrases to request time off, explain your reasons, coordinate work coverage, and call in sick.

B1

Asking for Time Off

These phrases will help you navigate the process of requesting time off, explaining your absence, and managing your workload with your colleagues and managers.

B1

University Admin

Use these phrases when navigating university administration offices to handle enrollment, schedules, and official documents.