When you are in a new place, knowing how to ask for directions in English can be very helpful. This lesson will teach you simple phrases to ask for and give directions.
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2. Key Phrases for Asking Directions
- Where is…?
- Example: “Where is the nearest bank?”
- How do I get to…?
- Example: “How do I get to the railway station?”
- Can you tell me the way to…?
- Example: “Can you tell me the way to the hospital?”
- Is there a… near here?
- Example: “Is there a grocery store near here?”
- Which way to…?
- Example: “Which way to the library?”
3. Key Phrases for Giving Directions
- Go straight…
- Example: “Go straight for two blocks.”
- Turn left/right…
- Example: “Turn left at the traffic light.”
- It’s on your left/right.
- Example: “The museum is on your right.”
- Next to…
- Example: “The pharmacy is next to the post office.”
- Across from…
- Example: “The park is across from the school.”
4. Practice Sentences
Translate the following sentences into English and practice saying them:
- बैंक कहाँ है?
English: “Where is the bank?” - मुझे रेलवे स्टेशन कैसे पहुँचना है?
English: “How do I get to the railway station?” - क्या यहाँ पास में कोई रेस्टोरेंट है?
English: “Is there a restaurant near here?” - सीधे जाएं और चौक पर बाईं ओर मुड़ें।
English: “Go straight and turn left at the square.” - अस्पताल स्कूल के सामने है।
English: “The hospital is across from the school.”
5. Dialog Practice
Scenario: You are lost in a new city and need to find the nearest bus stop.
- You: Excuse me, can you tell me where the nearest bus stop is?
- Stranger: Sure, go straight for one block and turn right. The bus stop is next to the coffee shop.
- You: Thank you very much!
- Stranger: You’re welcome!
6. Speaking Exercise
Choose a landmark or location in your city and practice giving directions to it. For example:
- “To get to the park, go straight for three blocks, turn right, and it’s on your left.”
7. Homework
Write directions from your home to a nearby place (e.g., a market, school, or park). Practice saying these directions out loud.
8. Recap
Today, you learned how to ask for and give directions in English. Practice these phrases to become more comfortable navigating new places.