Practice

Ordering food in a restaurant

A busy evening at a small Italian place. You just sat down.

You: A guest ordering dinner for two · Goal: Order a full meal and ask one question about a dish

Introducing yourself at a networking event

A design and tech meetup. Someone smiles at you near the coffee table.

You: A professional meeting new people · Goal: Introduce yourself and keep small talk going for four turns

Attending a job interview

A final-round interview. The manager wants to hear real examples.

You: A candidate for a role you want · Goal: Answer three questions with clear, structured examples

Calling customer support

You were charged twice for the same order last week.

You: A customer with a billing problem · Goal: Explain the problem clearly and agree on a solution

Asking for directions

You are looking for the central train station and your phone died.

You: A visitor who is a little lost · Goal: Get clear directions and repeat them back correctly

Booking a hotel room

You are calling a small hotel for a weekend trip.

You: A traveller booking two nights · Goal: Book a room with the dates and details you need

Speaking up in a team meeting

The team is planning next month's work and asks for input.

You: A team member with an idea · Goal: Share your idea and respond to one polite challenge

Negotiating a price

You are buying equipment in bulk and the quote is a bit high.

You: A buyer who wants a better deal · Goal: Reach an agreement without sounding rude

Explaining a problem to a doctor

You have had a headache and trouble sleeping for a week.

You: A patient describing symptoms · Goal: Describe when the problem started and how it feels

Airport immigration conversation

You have just landed for a two-week trip.

You: A traveller arriving abroad · Goal: Answer every question clearly and briefly

Handling a disagreement politely

You and a teammate disagree about a deadline.

You: A colleague with a different view · Goal: Disagree respectfully and suggest a middle ground

Giving a short presentation

You are presenting an idea to a small group.

You: A presenter with three minutes · Goal: Present one idea clearly and handle two questions