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Oct 2025
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Asking for Directions – Find Your Way wi...

5 Minutes English Talk
About this episode

You’re in a new city, completely lost, and wondering — how do I ask for directions in English? 🧭
Don’t worry — this 5-Minute English Talk episode will teach you exactly what to say and how to sound confident.

You’ll learn useful and polite expressions like:
👉 “Excuse me, could you tell me how to get to…?”
👉 “Where’s the nearest café?”
👉 “Go straight, turn left at the corner.”
👉 “It’s next to the bank.”

We’ll also practice a real conversation, help you repeat key phrases, and share quick tips on how to sound polite and natural when asking for help.

💬 Plus, you’ll get a simple 5-minute challenge to practice these lines — so the next time you’re traveling, you’ll speak with ease and confidence.

🎧 Listen, repeat, and find your way — in English!

✨ Don’t forget to comment, review, and rate the show — your support helps 5-Minute English Talk reach learners around the world.


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