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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

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.

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.

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.

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