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Asking a stranger for directions

Who to ask and how to keep it easy.

1
Picking someone

Choose someone who isn’t rushing or on a call — a store worker or someone standing still is ideal. Approach from the front so they see you.

2
Opening politely

Lead with “excuse me” and keep it short.

💬 “Excuse me — do you know how to get to [place]?”
3
While they answer

It’s fine to repeat it back to check, or ask them to point.

💬 “So, left at the lights, then straight? Thank you!”
4
If they don’t know

That’s normal — thank them and ask someone else, or check a maps app. No need to feel awkward.

That’s the free preview. The full story — all 4 steps, each with a picture — is part of full access in the app, along with every other story. These ones are free start to finish: Ordering at a coffee shop, A routine doctor’s visit, A job interview.

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