Lesson 5: Getting Around

Asking for Directions:

The ability to communicate and ask for help is crucial when in a foreign setting.  Here are some useful tips to help you get around.

Traffic Lights & Cross-Walks:

"Jaywalking" or "not using a cross-walk" when crossing the street is breaking the law. If caught and given a ticket, the punishment can be a heavy fine. Most cross-walks at traffic lights are equipped with a "cross-walk" or "walk" button for pedestrian convenience and efficiency. To cross the street, push these buttons and wait for the signal. When the cross-walk indicator shows "WALK", it’s safe to proceed.

Going for a Bite / Directions to a Restaurant:

If you’re looking for a place to eat, a good grasp of directions based on street names and other buildings in the area will be of a great help when it comes time to ask someone for suggestions and how to get there (e.g., It's on Pine Street next to the post office).  Below are some useful direction phrases for asking and suggesting where to go.  Remember, if directions are given for the use of Trains and Buses, it is important to have a place of reference as the starting point.

It’s on _________________ street. It’s on the corner of __________ and ___________.	Do you know where I can __________? get a cup of coffee get some hiking boots get some cat food buy some milk work out buy some pants grab a hamburger get some aspirin see a movie buy a book mail a letter buy some CDs get a bite to eat
next to ____________ between ____________ and ___________ across from ____________ on the __________ floor
Go down __________ street until _________ street. Turn right/left on _____________________ street. It's on your right/left.	Other Phrases: go for a bite get something to eat have dinner Why don't we......? How about......? We could......
For trains / buses: Take the ____________ line. Transfer to the ____________ line. Get off at ____________ station. Go out exit __________.	Expressions for “I want”: in the mood for feel like could go for wouldn’t mind

 

Now do the "Directions" exercise to get yourself more comfortable with these phrases.

 

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