How to Ask for Directions in English

Ever felt frozen when you needed to ask for directions in English? In this episode of Speak Easy English, Zoe and Nathan walk you through everything you need to confidently ask for — and understand — directions in real conversations. You'll learn how to politely get someone's attention, ask your question two different ways, understand common direction phrases like "go straight" and "turn left," talk about distance and walking time, get around on buses, find your way inside buildings, recognize landmarks like traffic lights and roundabouts, and politely ask someone to repeat or slow down if you don't understand. By the end, you'll be ready to handle this real-world moment with confidence — mistakes and all. ■ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Hook & Welcome 00:45 Why Directions Matter 01:30 The Polite Opener: "Excuse Me" 02:30 Asking Your Question (Two Ways) 03:30 Go Straight, Turn Left, Turn Right 05:00 Next To, Across From, Around the Corner 06:30 Role-Play #1: Street Directions 07:30 Talking About Distance & Walking Time 09:00 Buses: Bus Stops & Getting Off 10:30 Inside Buildings: Floors, Elevators, Halls 12:00 Role-Play #2: Office Directions 12:45 Landmarks: Traffic Lights, Crosswalks, Roundabouts 14:00 Asking Hotel & Shop Staff, Using a Map 15:00 Don't Be Afraid to Make Mistakes 15:45 If You Don't Understand the Answer 16:45 Final Role-Play & Full Review 17:45 Comment Prompt & Goodbye ■ Tell us in the comments: where were you the last time you got lost? Try writing it in English! ■ If this helped you, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE for new episodes every week, and SHARE this with a friend who's learning English too. #LearnEnglish #ESL #EnglishForBeginners #SpeakEasyEnglish #EnglishConversation #EnglishDirections #EnglishForTravel #A1English #A2English #EnglishListening