The phrases and phrases of courtesy to be known in English to travel

Are you going on a trip? Learning English and its bases can be very useful. Discover the politeness formulas to know during a trip!

I don't know. United States , United Kingdom , Canada or in another country, speaking English is an important asset to facilitate his journey. Indeed, the language of Shakespeare is used to compete internationally. Mastering it is therefore the way to cross the communication barrier. But it's still necessary to be polite! To help you learn English, Wanderlix has designed a guide to master phrases and politeness formulas that are useful for traveling.

What polish formulas use in a conversation?

The politeness formulas are present in any conversation in English. On this principle, their use is similar to French. Its use can thus be frequent. Are you going to eat? Here are some important politeness formulas to know when trying to learn how to converse in English.

How to say hello and goodbye in English?

Anyone who tries to learn English remarks it very quickly: one does not greet in one way. We will not say the same sentence if we greet a friend or an unknown person. Here are some examples to understand this concept.

For a friend or a close friend, one can simply say:

• Hello! ;
• or Hi! ;

These formulations equivalent to "Hi !" in French. It is also the way of greeting a person we meet in a non-professional setting. It is all possible to use these phrases with a merchant·e or a passer·e.

Nevertheless, in a professional setting or in a standing place, the formulas of politeness are required. Thus, it is welcome to say:

• Good Morning, when greeted in the morning;
• Good Afternoon, when someone is greeted in the afternoon;
• Or Good Evening and Good Night, if we greet someone in the evening.

If you want to say goodbye to someone, the process is the same. For example, in a friendly, family or casual setting, you can say:

• Bye!, which is the most common way;
• But it is also possible to say Good Afternoon, Good Evening and Good Night.

However, in a professional or standing environment, it will be better seen to use:

• Have a good day! ;
• Or maybe Have a good night! ;

The use of the verb have marks the politeness formula in English. We could compare this idea to its French equivalent: "Take a good evening!". However, and no matter how chosen to learn English, you will be explained that it is also possible to use these phrases in any context.

How to ask for his way in English?

In the street, in a train station or airport, we sometimes lose ourselves. In these moments, learning English can save you from an uncomfortable situation. In order to arrest someone in the most polite manners, here are some phrases on which to rely:

• Excuse me! Sorry to bother/interrupt you, could you please tell me how to get to track C/gate C?
  Excuse me! I'm sorry to interrupt, can you tell me how to go to track C?
• Excuse me! Sorry to bother/interrupt you, could you please tell me how to get to Terminal 2?
  Excuse me! I'm sorry to interrupt, can you tell me how to go to Terminal 2?
• Excuse me! Sorry to bother/interrupt you, do you know where is Oxford Street, please?
  Excuse me! Sorry to interrupt, do you know where Oxford Street is, please?

How to thank someone in English?

The ways to say thank you are numerous in English. Since you’re trying to learn English as part of your future journey, you’ll enjoy it to learn the most used. Here are a few examples to use to thank someone:

• Thank you! (or Thanks! in a friendly setting)
  Thank you!
• Thank you very/so much! (or Thanks so much!)
  Thank you very much!
• Thank you for everything! (or Thanks for everything!)
  Thank you for everything!
• Thank you so much for your help!
  Thank you so much for your help!

What polish formulas use with a merchant·e?

When you go to a store, hotel or restaurant, it will always be better seen to include, in your sentences, the different formulas of polish existing in English. To help you in this process, here are some examples:

• I am sorry to bother you, could you tell me where the restroom is, please?
  Excuse me to disturb you, could you tell me where the toilet is if you please?
• I am sorry to bother you, could you tell me where the price of this product, please?
  Excuse me for disturbing you! Could you tell me the price of this product if please?
• Could you give me some information about...
  Could you give me some information about...
• Could I speak to Mr Lancaster?
  Can I talk to Mr. Lancaster?
• Do you have an English or French version of the menu?
  Do you have an English or French version of the menu?

How to make a reservation in English?

Whether before or during your stay, it is very likely that you need to book an activity, a room or a table. To this end, learning English will once again be essential. Whether in an English-speaking country or not, it will be easier to speak English to get understood. And thus avoid any misunderstanding.

By mail

In an email, it is used to structure its message. This includes including politeness formulas, whether in English or in any other language. First, you will have to greet your contact. Here are some politeness formulas to use to start your message:

• Dear John (single form)
  Dear John
• Dear Mr Lancaster (more supported)
  Dear M.Lancaster
• Dear Madam/Sir (if you don't know who your recipient is)
  Dear madam/mons

You can then start writing your message. To help you in your writing, here are some examples that might be useful:

• I am writing in connection with...
  I'm writing to you about...
• I would like to make a reservation in your hotel for the nights from February 25, 2020 to March 2, 2020.
  I would like to book a room in your hotel for the nights of February 25, 2020 to March 2, 2020.
• I would like to have more information about...
  I would like more information about...
• I would like to cancel my reservation with your hotel/restaurant.
  I would like to cancel my reservation at your hotel/restaurant.
• Thank you for your consideration.
  Thank you for your understanding.
• Thank you for your quick answer.
  Thank you for your quick answer.

Finally, to complete your email, the polish formulas are back. Here are some ways to complete your email:

• Best regards.
  Well, I think it's a good idea.
• With kindest regards.
  With all my affection.
• Sincerely.
  Sincerely/Cordialement.

By phone

To book by phone, the introduction and conclusion will be less formal. However, the use of other politeness formulas is also planned. In order to learn English at best before leaving, we have prepared a few useful phrases:

• Good morning/afternoon/evening, Thierry Pelouse speaking or Good morning/afternoon/evening, this is Thierry Pelouse.
  Hello/Good evening, Thierry Pelouse speaking. (in English, it is planned to be present)
• I'm calling you about...
  I am calling you regarding...
• I am calling you because I would like to have more information about...
  I call you because I would like more information about...
• I would like to make a reservation/cancel my reservation.
  I would like to make a reservation/return my reservation.

You're ready to go to English during your trip. However, the phrases that are meant are sometimes unpredictable. In this case, nothing is worth learning English in depth!