Giving Directions Conversation Practice

Enhance your English skills with this practical exercise on giving and understanding directions.

Practicing giving and receiving directions is a valuable skill in everyday English communication. In this video, we'll guide you through a fun and interactive conversation exercise. You'll play the role of the person giving directions (in red), and I'll be the person asking for directions (in blue). 

Ready to start? Let's go!

Here's a sample of the conversation:

• You: Could you go to the supermarket and buy some food? There's nothing to eat in the house!
• Me: Sure, but I don't know the way. We've just moved in.
• You: I'll give you directions. Not to worry.
• Me: Thanks.
• You: At the end of the street, take a right. Then drive two miles to White Ave. After that, it's another mile to...
• Me: Let me write this down. I won't remember it!
• You: OK. First, take a right at the end of the street.
• Me: Got it. After that?
• You: Take a left onto 14th Street.
• Me: Left onto 14th Street.
• You: The supermarket is on the left, next to the bank.
• Me: OK. Great.

By practicing this conversation, you'll become more comfortable with giving directions. This exercise helps improve your ability to navigate and communicate effectively in real-life situations.