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Lesson No 20E-Asking for and giving directions

Asking for and Giving Directions

Asking for directions:

  • “Excuse me, can you tell me how to get to the [place]?”
  • “Is there a [place] near here?”
  • “How do I get to the [place]?”
  • “Could you point me in the direction of the [place]?”

Giving directions:

  • “Go straight ahead and turn left at the next corner.”
  • “It’s about [distance] from here.”
  • “You can’t miss it. It’s the [landmark] building.”
  • “Take the [bus/train/metro] to [stop].”

Example conversation:

Person A: “Excuse me, can you tell me how to get to the train station?”

Person B: “Sure. Go straight ahead for two blocks, then turn left. The train station is on your right.”

Person A: “Thank you.”

Sample Conversations About Asking and Giving Directions

Asking for Directions

  • Excuse me, can you tell me how to get to the train station?
  • Could you please give me directions to the nearest supermarket?
  • How do I get to the airport from here?
  • Is there a shortcut to the park?
  • Can you point me in the direction of the museum?

Giving Directions

  • Go straight ahead and turn left at the next corner.
  • Walk down this street until you reach the main road.
  • It’s about 5 minutes walk from here.
  • You can’t miss it, it’s the big red building.
  • Take the bus number 20 and get off at the third stop.

Example conversation:

You: Excuse me, can you tell me how to get to the train station?

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Stranger: Sure, go straight ahead and turn left at the next corner. Keep walking for about 5 minutes and you’ll see it on your right.

Vocabulary for Directions

Cardinal Directions

  • North: Up on a map
  • South: Down on a map
  • East: Right on a map
  • West: Left on a map

Relative Directions

  • Straight ahead: Go directly forward.
  • Turn left: Turn to the left.
  • Turn right: Turn to the right.
  • Go straight: Continue in the same direction.
  • Bear left/right: Turn slightly to the left/right.
  • U-turn: Turn around to face the opposite direction.

Landmarks

  • Intersection: The place where two roads cross.
  • Corner: The place where two streets meet.
  • Block: A city block.
  • Landmark: A famous or recognizable building or place.

Distance

  • Near: Close by.
  • Far: A long distance away.
  • Around the corner: Nearby.
  • A few blocks away: A short distance away.

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