Basic Conversations
On a Road Trip
Practice conversations at petrol stations, rest stops, and with fellow travellers on the road.
Dialogue Sample
A:
We should probably stop for petrol soon — the tank's getting low.
B:
Yeah, good call. I think there's a station at the next exit. Do you want me to look it up?
A:
Please! And maybe we can grab a coffee while we're there.
B:
Perfect. How far are we from the next town?
A:
About 40 kilometres. We should be there by lunch if traffic stays like this.
B:
Great. I'll take over driving after the stop if you want a break.
A:
That'd be amazing — I'd love a rest. Thank you!
Natural Phrases to Know
At the petrol station
Fill it up, please.
Which pump is unleaded / diesel?
Could I pay inside?
Do you have a car wash here?
Could you check the tyre pressure?
Navigating and planning
Take the next exit.
We should merge left here.
How far is the next stop?
Should we take the motorway or go through town?
The GPS is rerouting — just follow it.
Making pit stops
Can we pull over for a minute?
I need a bathroom break.
Shall we stretch our legs?
Let's grab something to eat here.
I'll take the wheel for a while.
Handling problems
I think we've got a flat tyre.
The engine light just came on.
We're stuck in traffic — let's find an alternate route.
We might be running late — should I call ahead?
Your Turn — Fill in the Blanks
You are Speaker B. Read A's lines and type what you would say.
A:
I think we need to stop — the GPS says we're going the wrong way.
B:
A:
Good idea. While we're stopped, do you want anything from the shop?
B:
A:
Also — the traffic looks bad ahead. Should we take the scenic route instead?
B:
A:
You're right. Okay — back on the road! You want to drive for a bit?
B: