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Practice transportation conversations with AI

Scenarios involving public and private transport, including asking for directions and buying tickets. Fluently has 19 transportation scenarios. Each one is a short role-play with an AI partner and four goals; you finish when you have done them all, by text chat or voice call, in any of 29 languages.

Updated 2026-10-02

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Asking for directions

Ask a local for directions to the nearest bus stop

  1. Greet the local person
  2. Ask where the nearest bus stop is
  3. Ask for clarification on one of the directions
  4. Thank the local for their help
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Buying a train ticket

Purchase a train ticket from the station counter

  1. Greet the ticket seller
  2. Ask for a ticket to your destination
  3. Ask about the ticket price
  4. Confirm and complete the ticket purchase
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Taking a taxi ride

Hail a taxi and give directions to your destination

  1. Hail the taxi and greet the driver
  2. Tell the driver your destination
  3. Ask about the estimated time of arrival
  4. Pay the fare and thank the driver
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Using the subway

Navigate the subway system to reach your destination

  1. Approach the attendant and ask for help
  2. Ask about the route to your destination
  3. Purchase a subway ticket
  4. Confirm the correct platform for your train
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Checking bus schedule

Inquire about bus schedules at the information desk

  1. Greet the information desk staff
  2. Ask about the schedule for your bus route
  3. Ask which platform the bus departs from
  4. Thank the staff for their assistance
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Renting a bicycle

Rent a bicycle from a city bike-share program

  1. Greet the bike-share attendant
  2. Ask to rent a bicycle
  3. Inquire about the rental pricing
  4. Confirm where to return the bicycle
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Buying a ferry ticket

Purchase a ferry ticket for a river crossing

  1. Greet the ferry ticket seller
  2. Ask for a ferry ticket
  3. Ask about the next departure time
  4. Complete the ticket purchase
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Airport check-in

Check-in for your flight at the airport counter

  1. Greet the check-in agent
  2. Provide your travel documents
  3. Ask about checking in your luggage
  4. Receive your boarding pass and thank the agent
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Renting a car

Rent a car at an airport car rental counter

  1. Greet the car rental agent
  2. Request to rent a car
  3. Ask about insurance options
  4. Complete the rental agreement and get the keys
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Reporting a lost item on the bus

Report an item you lost on the bus to the lost and found office

  1. Greet the lost and found officer
  2. Report your lost item
  3. Provide details about when and where you lost the item
  4. Ask about the next steps to recover your item
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Dealing with a train delay

Inquire about a delayed train and alternative options

  1. Greet the customer service representative
  2. Ask about the reason for the train delay
  3. Request information on alternative routes
  4. Thank the representative for their assistance
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Checking oversized luggage

Check oversized luggage at the airport special luggage counter

  1. Greet the luggage counter staff
  2. Explain that you have an oversized item to check
  3. Ask about any additional fees for oversized luggage
  4. Complete the check-in process for your luggage
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Disputing a taxi fare

Discuss a fare discrepancy with a taxi driver

  1. Express your concern about the fare amount
  2. Ask the driver to explain how the fare was calculated
  3. Request an itemized receipt of the charges
  4. Come to an agreement on the final fare amount
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Adapting to a bus route change

Inquire about a changed bus route and find an alternative

  1. Greet the information officer
  2. Ask about the change in your usual bus route
  3. Request information on alternative routes
  4. Confirm your understanding of the new route
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Reserving a train seat

Make a seat reservation for a long-distance train journey

  1. Greet the reservation agent
  2. Request a seat reservation for your journey
  3. Ask about different seating options available
  4. Complete the seat reservation process
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Getting lost in the subway

Ask for help when lost in a complex subway system

  1. Approach the subway staff and explain that you're lost
  2. Describe your intended destination
  3. Ask for step-by-step directions to your destination
  4. Confirm the route and thank the staff member
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Going through airport security

Navigate the airport security checkpoint process

  1. Greet the security officer
  2. Ask about the security procedure
  3. Follow the instructions for going through security
  4. Collect your belongings after the security check
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Purchasing a monthly bus pass

Buy a monthly bus pass from the transit authority office

  1. Greet the transit authority representative
  2. Request information on monthly bus passes
  3. Ask about different pass options and prices
  4. Choose a pass and complete the purchase
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Using a ride-sharing service

Request and meet your ride-sharing driver

  1. Greet the driver and confirm your name
  2. Confirm your destination with the driver
  3. Ask about the estimated arrival time
  4. Thank the driver at the end of the ride

How a scenario works

  1. Pick a language and a level. Any of 29; the level sets how simple or rich your partner's language is.
  2. Chat or call. Type, hold the mic to speak, or start a hands-free call with subtitles.
  3. Hit the goals. They tick off as you go. Stuck? Ask for suggestions or translate any reply.
  4. Learn from it. What you got wrong is kept in your Study tab, and with Pro it turns into your next daily lesson.

Learning one of these? There is also a full course in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Russian, Turkish.