Giving and Following Directions in Detail

35.1 Introduction

Giving and following directions is an important skill in daily life. We use directions when we travel, ask for help, or guide someone to a place.

In this chapter, you will learn how to ask for directions politely and how to give clear step-by-step directions in English.

35.2 Common Direction Words

• Go straight
• Turn left / Turn right
• Near / Far
• Next to / Opposite
• Behind / In front of

35.3 50 Common Direction Sentences with Responses

1. 1. Excuse me, where is the bus stop?
   → Go straight and turn left.

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2. 2. How can I reach the hospital?
   → It’s near the market.

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3. 3. Is the school far from here?
   → No, it’s nearby.

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4. 4. Where is the post office?
   → Opposite the bank.

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5. 5. How do I go to the railway station?
   → Take the first right.

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6. 6. Can you show me the way?
   → Sure.

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7. 7. Is there a hotel nearby?
   → Yes, next to the mall.

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8. 8. Where is the ATM?
   → In front of the shop.

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9. 9. How far is the temple?
   → About 5 minutes walk.

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10. 10. Which road should I take?
    → Take the main road.

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11. 11. Is the park behind the school?
    → Yes.

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12. 12. Where is the market?
    → Go straight and turn right.

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13. 13. Can I walk to the bank?
    → Yes, it’s close.

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14. 14. Where is the police station?
    → Near the bus stand.

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15. 15. Is it on the left side?
    → Yes.

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16. 16. How do I reach the office?
    → Turn right at the signal.

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17. 17. Is the restaurant far?
    → No, just ahead.

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18. 18. Where is the library?
    → Next to the school.

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19. 19. Which way is the mall?
    → Go straight.

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20. 20. Is it near the crossing?
    → Yes.

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21. 21. Where is the petrol pump?
    → On the highway.

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22. 22. How can I go to the bus stand?
    → Follow this road.

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23. 23. Is the shop open?
    → Yes, straight ahead.

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24. 24. Where is the washroom?
    → Down the corridor.

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25. 25. Is it opposite the school?
    → Yes.

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26. 26. Can you guide me?
    → Sure.

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27. 27. Where is the bus stand?
    → Go straight for 200 meters.

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28. 28. Is the bank on this road?
    → Yes.

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29. 29. Which side is the hospital?
    → On the left.

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30. 30. Is the office nearby?
    → Yes.

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31. 31. Where can I find a taxi?
    → Near the gate.

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32. 32. Is the road safe?
    → Yes.

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33. 33. How do I go there?
    → Take this road.

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34. 34. Is the shop far?
    → Just two minutes.

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35. 35. Where is the gate?
    → At the end.

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36. 36. Which road leads to the market?
    → This one.

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37. 37. Is it easy to find?
    → Yes.

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38. 38. Where is the entrance?
    → In front.

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39. 39. Is the school behind the park?
    → Yes.

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40. 40. Can I walk from here?
    → Yes.

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41. 41. Where is the office room?
    → On the first floor.

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42. 42. Is it next to the shop?
    → Yes.

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43. 43. How far should I go?
    → About 100 meters.

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44. 44. Where is the exit?
    → Straight ahead.

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45. 45. Is it on the main road?
    → Yes.

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46. 46. Can I reach by walking?
    → Yes.

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47. 47. Where is the counter?
    → On the right.

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48. 48. Is it far from here?
    → No.

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49. 49. Which direction is north?
    → That way.

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50. 50. Thank you for the directions.
    → You’re welcome.

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35.4 Worksheet — Practice Directions