Anyone who travels enough will experience some very common situations. Whether you’re finding your seat, trying to get your luggage into the overhead, or asking your flight attendant for help, you’ll be glad to know that you’re not alone. We thought you’d benefit from some of these situation. Learn how to express yourself with these helpful English phrases.
Today’s Sentences
- No ice in my drink, please.
- Could you help me dim the lights?
- Is it possible to use the restrooms now?
- I am feeling sick, do you have any medicine?
- Could I borrow a pen to fill out my immigration form?
01
No ice in my drink, please.
Situation 1
Can I get you a beverage?
May I have a soda?
But no ice in my drink, please.
Sure.
Would you like an extra cup?
No thank you.
Situation 2
Do you have any juice?
We sure do.
Could I get a glass of orange juice but no ice in my drink, please?
Sure thing.
02
Could you help me dim the lights?
Situation 1
Excuse me, I can’t reach the switch.
Could you help me dim the lights?
Absolutely.
Let me know when to stop dimming.
That’s perfect, thank you.
You’re very welcome!
Situation 2
Did you call for help?
Yes, could you help me dim the lights?
Sure.
It’s just this button here.
Thank you so much.
03
Is it possible to use the restrooms now?
Situation 1
Did you call for assistance?
Yes, I see the seatbelt sign is on.
But is it possible to use the restrooms now?
Unfortunately, we’re just getting ready for take-off.
Is it urgent?
No, I think I can wait.
Situation 2
Is it possible to use the restrooms now?
The seatbelt sign is on but you can probably use it if you’re quick.
Great, thank you so much.
No problem.
04
I am feeling sick, do you have any medicine?
Situation 1
I’m feeling sick, do you have any medicine?
Can you tell me how you’re feeling?
I suddenly have a stomachache and nausea.
Okay, I’ll be right back with some medicine to help you.
Situation 2
Did you call for assistance?
Yes, I’m feeling sick, do you have any medicine?
What are your symptoms?
I’m sweating, feel dizzy and nauseous.
05
Could I borrow a pen to fill out my immigration form?
Situation 1
Excuse me, could I borrow a pen to fill out my immigration form?
Of course.
I’ll be right back with a pen.
Great, thank you so much.
I’m happy that I could help.
Situation 2
Sorry to bother you.
Could I borrow a pen to fill out my immigration form?
Sure, I have one here.
Thanks so much.
I can never find a pen when I need one.
That always happens to me too.
