Asking for Help

Practice politely asking for directions, favours, and assistance in everyday situations.

Dialogue Sample

A: Excuse me, I'm sorry to bother you — could you help me find the nearest train station?

B: Of course! Go straight down this street, then turn left at the corner. It's about a five-minute walk.

A: Thank you so much! Is there anything I should watch out for?

B: Just make sure you don't miss the big blue sign — it's easy to walk past it.

A: Got it. I really appreciate your help!

B: No problem at all. Have a safe trip!

Getting someone's attention politely

Excuse me... I'm sorry to bother you, but... Could I ask you something? Would you mind helping me? Sorry to interrupt, but...

Making a polite request

Could you help me with...? Would it be possible to...? Do you happen to know...? I was wondering if you could... Is there any chance you could...?

Saying thank you

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! You've been so helpful! That's very kind of you! I owe you one!

When you didn't understand

Sorry, could you repeat that? I didn't quite catch that. Could you say that a bit more slowly? I'm sorry, I'm not sure I follow.

You are Speaker A. Read B's lines and type what you would say to ask for help.

B: Sure, the pharmacy is just around the corner on the right.

B: It should be open — they close at 9 PM on weekdays.

B: Happy to help! Take care.