How to Ask for and Understand Directions | Travel English

Ever felt nervous or stuck when you needed to ask for directions in English? You’re definitely not alone. In this episode, I’ll teach you exactly what to say—and how to say it—so you can ask for directions in English with confidence and ease. You’ll learn English travel phrases and English survival phrases that actually work in real-life situations. Whether you’re traveling abroad and need English for tourists or simply looking for English conversation practice, this episode is designed to help you speak clearly, politely, and naturally. Here’s what you’ll learn today: — Simple, natural ways to ask for directions in English — Common English phrases for travel that locals use — How to understand the answers people give you — What to do if you don’t understand or if your mind goes blank — Tips to feel calm, clear, and confident—especially if you’re shy or hesitant about speaking If you’ve ever felt nervous about using English travel vocabulary or asking for help in English, this episode is perfect for you. These practical tips are designed for shy speakers and English learners who want to sound polite and confident without feeling embarrassed. 🎧 Great for: — English-speaking tourists — Learners looking to improve their English conversation skills — Anyone who wants confident English speaking while traveling ✨ Challenge for You: After listening, try using one phrase from today’s episode when you ask for directions or in your next English conversation.   Episode Timestamps: 00:00 The Anxiety of Asking for Directions 01:46 First Steps for Asking for Directions — Natural Phrases 03:47 What You'll Hear from Native Speakers 06:55 How to Clarify the Directions 08:30 What If You Freeze? 11:31 What's Next   --- Thank you for listening! I share new episodes every Wednesday. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified. Get the full episode show notes at: https://www.speakconfidentenglish.com/ask-for-directions-in-english If you prefer video or want closed captions, you can watch all my episodes on YouTube → ⁠https://www.youtube.com/speakconfidentenglish⁠   COME SAY ‘HI!’ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/speakconfidentenglish/⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/speakconfidentenglish⁠   MORE RESOURCES FOR YOU: How to Get the Confidence to Say What You Want in English (Free Fluency Training) → ⁠https://www.speakconfidentenglish.com/say-what-you-want-in-english/⁠ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review! It really helps us get encouragement and actionable advice to nonnative English speakers around the world.