Asking and Giving Directions

Simple guide to asking & giving directions in daily conversation

Learning Objective

Students are able to ask for and give simple directions using common expressions, understand basic location vocabulary, and respond politely when asking or explaining routes.

Material Summary

Asking and giving directions is used to help someone find a place or location. Common expressions include “Where is…?”, “How do I get to…?”, “Go straight”, “Turn left”, and “It is next to…”. The language is simple and direct, focusing on locations, landmarks, and movement.

Common Expressions

Asking for Directions

  • Excuse me, where is the…?
  • How do I get to…?
  • Can you tell me the way to…?
  • Is it far from here?

Giving Directions

  • Go straight.
  • Turn left/right.
  • It’s next to…
  • It’s across from…
  • You will see it on your left/right.

Simple Dialogue Example

A: Excuse me, how do I get to the post office?
B: Go straight for two blocks, then turn right. The post office is next to the bank.

A: Thank you!
B: You’re welcome.

Useful Vocabulary

  • Intersection = persimpangan
  • Across from = di seberang
  • Near = dekat
  • Behind = di belakang
  • Between = di antara
  • Corner = pojok
  • Next to = di sebelah
  • Turn left/right = belok kiri/kanan