1. Key phrases
Press 🔊 to hear each phrase, then say it out loud.
- Sorry, can you say that again? Ask someone to repeat.
- Could you speak a bit more slowly, please? Ask someone to slow down.
- What does 'bond' mean? Ask the meaning of a word.
- How do you spell that? Ask for the spelling of a name or word.
- Can you write it down for me? Very useful for addresses and numbers.
- Sorry, I'm still learning English. It's fine to say this; people are usually kind.
- Do you mean…? Check that you understood.
- Could you help me, please? A polite way to ask for help.
2. Listen to the conversation
Play the conversation, then press Practise as "Mei" to take a part yourself.
3. Say it yourself
Listen, then say each sentence. Fill in your own details where you see "…". In Chrome, Edge or Safari, press 🎤 and your browser checks how clearly you said it.
4. Quick check
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Frequently asked questions
What are useful English phrases for asking for help and saying you don't understand?
'Sorry, can you say that again?' (ask someone to repeat). 'Could you speak a bit more slowly, please?' (ask someone to slow down). 'What does 'bond' mean?' (ask the meaning of a word). 'How do you spell that?' (ask for the spelling of a name or word).
How can I practise asking for help and saying you don't understand in English?
Listen to the key phrases and say them out loud, play the conversation and role-play one side, use the speaking check to hear how clearly you speak, then take the quick quiz. It takes about 10 minutes.