Basics phrases for travelersEnglish words
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How do I get to...?
How do I get to the beach?
Can you show it on a map?
How much is it?
How much does it cost?
Where is the bus stop?
Can you show me where the bus stop is?

Which bus goes to the city center?
When does the bus leave?
Excuse me, when does the bus leave for the beach?
Can you spell it?
Can you spell your name, please?
How long does it take to get to...?
How long does it take to get to the train station?
Is there a good restaurant near here?
Is there a nice place to eat around this area?
How do you say...?
How do you say hello in French?
Do you speak English?
When I traveled to Spain, I often asked locals: 'Do you speak English?'

I speak a little French.
I speak a little French. Can you speak slowly?
I don't speak English.
Sorry, I don't speak English very well.
What does it mean?
More slowly, please.
Can you repeat it?
I didn't catch that. Can you repeat it?
sorry
I'm sorry to bother you, but can you help me?
I don't understand.
I don't understand the question.
I need...
I need to withdraw money.
Where is the ATM?
Excuse me, where is the ATM? I need to withdraw some money.
What do you recommend?
What do you recommend I do on my vacation?
the nearest
Where is the nearest supermarket?
to go straight
You need to go straight to the end of the street.
to go left
When you reach the traffic light, go left at the corner.
to go right
Make sure to go right at the traffic light.
an embassy
The embassy helped me when I lost my passport abroad.
a boarding pass
Can you show me your boarding pass?
a flight ticket
I bought a flight ticket to New York for my vacation.
an airport
How do I get to the airport?
Enjoy your meal.
an entrance
Where can I find the entrance?
When is check-out?
Can you tell me when the check-out is? I need to book my taxi.
Enjoy your stay.
Let's meet at the train station.
I am allergic to nuts.
I want to buy some souvenirs.
I want to buy some souvenirs for my family.
Cheers!
Let's raise a glass and say cheers to the happy couple!
Welcome!
Welcome to our hotel and have a nice stay!
Thank you!
I have a reservation under the name...
a double bed
I would prefer room with a double bed.
a single room
I would like to book a single room.
a double room
I would like to book a double room.
What time does breakfast start?
Can you tell me when breakfast starts on weekends?
Where is the elevator?
I missed the bus.
I missed the bus this morning.

Do you know where the post office is?
Call an ambulance!
I need a doctor.
I feel very sick; I need a doctor.
Where is the nearest hospital?
When traveling, it's good to know where the nearest hospital is located.
Nice to see you.
We need a table for two.
Can I see the menu, please?
Before I order, can I see the menu, please?
Do you have any vegetarian dishes?
Can I pay?
Can I pay by card?

Do you accept dollars/euros?
I want to buy this, but do you take dollars?
pay by card
Is it possible to pay by card?
in cash
Can I pay in cash?
the coins
I found some coins on the street.
Goodbye!
Can you call a taxi?
At the hotel, I said to the receptionist, "Can you call a taxi for me, please?"
Where is the toilet?
reception
You can pick your key at the reception.
excuse me
Excuse me, do you know what time it is?
See you soon.
Good evening!
a train station
Where is the train station?
a passport
I need to renew my passport before my trip to Europe.
a police station
I need to go to a police station to report my lost wallet.
an exit
Where is the exit?
Nice to meet you!
please
Can you help me with my luggage, please?
a map
Can you show it to me on a map?
Good night!
Help!
Help! I can't find my way home!
a bus station
The bus station is on the other side of the river.
My name is...
My name is John, nice to meet you!
What is your name?
Can I ask you what your name is?