Essential phrases to navigate cities like a local
Master these essential phrases for your urban adventures
Navigating foreign cities becomes much easier when you know some basic phrases. While English is widely spoken in many urban areas, making an effort to speak the local language can enhance your travel experience and help you connect with locals.
Where is the nearest metro station?
Où est la station de métro la plus proche?
How much is a ticket to the city center?
¿Cuánto cuesta un billete al centro de la ciudad?
Does this bus go to the museum?
このバスは美術館に行きますか? (Kono basu wa bijutsukan ni ikimasu ka?)
Do you have an English menu?
Avete un menu in inglese?
I'm vegetarian. What do you recommend?
Ich bin Vegetarier. Was empfehlen Sie?
The bill, please
买单 (Mǎi dān)
How much does this cost?
이거 얼마예요? (Igeo eolmayeyo?)
Do you accept credit cards?
Вы принимаете кредитные карты? (Vy prinimayete kreditnyye karty?)
Can I try this on?
Posso experimentar isto?
Help! I need a doctor!
!مساعدة! أحتاج إلى طبيب (Musa'ada! Ahtaj 'iilaa tabib)
Where is the nearest police station?
สถานีตำรวจที่ใกล้ที่สุดอยู่ที่ไหน? (S̄t̄hānī tảrwc thī̀ kıl̂ thī̀s̄ud xyū̀ thī̀ h̄ịn?)
I've lost my passport
Ik heb mijn paspoort verloren
Apps like Duolingo or Memrise can help you learn basic phrases before your trip.
A pocket phrasebook can be a lifesaver when you don't have internet access.
Don't be afraid to try - most locals appreciate the effort even if your pronunciation isn't perfect.