Conversation Scripts
10 Real-Life English Conversations 💬
Ready-to-use conversation scripts for everyday situations — shopping, doctor visits, banking, restaurants, travel, phone calls, job interviews, and more. Read, practice, and use them today.
10 Conversations
Real-Life Situations
Beginner to Intermediate
Practice Tips Included
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The fastest way to improve English speaking is to practice real conversations. These 10 scripts cover the most common situations you will face in daily life in India. Read them aloud with a friend or family member — or practice both roles yourself. Each script includes a tip on key vocabulary and phrases to remember.
1. At a Shop / Market
Buying Clothes
Customer
Excuse me. Can you show me some shirts in size medium?
Shopkeeper
Of course! We have these cotton shirts. They are very popular. What colour do you prefer?
Customer
I like blue or white. How much does this one cost?
Shopkeeper
This one is ₹599. But if you buy two, you get 20% off.
Customer
That sounds good. Can I try it on first?
Shopkeeper
Yes, the trial room is on the right side.
Customer
Thank you. I will take both shirts. Can I pay by UPI?
Shopkeeper
Yes, of course. Here is the QR code.
Key Phrases: "Can you show me..." / "How much does this cost?" / "Can I try it on?" / "Do you have a discount?" — memorise these 4 phrases and you can shop anywhere in English.
2. At the Doctor
Doctor's Appointment
Doctor
Good morning. Please sit down. What seems to be the problem?
Patient
Good morning, Doctor. I have had a fever and sore throat for the past two days.
Doctor
I see. Let me check your temperature. Have you taken any medicine?
Patient
Yes, I took a paracetamol yesterday, but it did not help much.
Doctor
Your temperature is 101°F. It looks like a viral infection. I will prescribe some antibiotics. Drink plenty of water and rest.
Patient
Thank you, Doctor. How many days will it take to recover?
Doctor
You should feel better in 3–4 days. Come back if the fever does not go down.
Key Phrases: "I have had a ___ for ___ days." / "It hurts here." / "I am allergic to ___." / "How many times a day should I take this medicine?" — these phrases help you communicate clearly with any doctor.
3. At the Bank
Opening a Bank Account
Customer
Good morning. I would like to open a savings account.
Bank Staff
Good morning. Please fill in this form. Do you have your Aadhaar card and PAN card?
Customer
Yes, I have both. Here they are.
Bank Staff
Thank you. What is your mobile number? We will link it to your account.
Customer
It is 9876543210. How long will it take to activate the account?
Bank Staff
Your account will be active within 24 hours. You will receive an SMS with your account number.
Customer
Thank you. Can I also apply for a debit card?
Bank Staff
Yes, please fill this additional form. Your card will arrive within 7 working days.
4. At a Restaurant
Ordering Food
Waiter
Good evening! Welcome. How many people are dining today?
Customer
Just two of us. Can we have a table near the window?
Waiter
Of course! Please follow me. Here is the menu. Can I get you something to drink first?
Customer
Yes, two glasses of water please. And we will need a few minutes to look at the menu.
Waiter
Take your time. I will be back in a few minutes.
Customer
We are ready to order. I will have the paneer butter masala with naan. And my friend will have the dal makhani with rice.
Waiter
Excellent choices! Your order will be ready in about 20 minutes. Is there anything else?
Customer
No, that is all for now. Thank you.
5. At the Railway Station
Buying a Train Ticket
Traveller
Excuse me. I would like to book a ticket to Mumbai for tomorrow.
Ticket Clerk
Which class would you prefer — sleeper, AC 3-tier, or AC 2-tier?
Traveller
AC 3-tier, please. What time does the train depart?
Ticket Clerk
The Rajdhani Express departs at 6:30 PM and arrives in Mumbai at 8:00 AM the next day.
Traveller
That is perfect. One ticket please. How much is it?
Ticket Clerk
₹1,450 for AC 3-tier. Will you pay by cash or card?
Traveller
By card, please. And which platform does it depart from?
Ticket Clerk
Platform 4. Please arrive 15 minutes before departure.
6. Making a Phone Call
Calling a Friend
Rahul
Hello! Is this Priya?
Priya
Yes, speaking! Hi Rahul! How are you?
Rahul
I am good, thanks. Are you free this Saturday? A few of us are planning to go to the movies.
Priya
This Saturday? Let me check... Yes, I am free! What movie are you planning to watch?
Rahul
We are thinking of watching the new Marvel film. It got great reviews.
Priya
Sounds fun! Count me in. What time should I meet you?
Rahul
Let us meet at 3 PM at the mall entrance. I will book the tickets online.
Priya
Perfect! See you Saturday. Bye!
7. Job Interview Introduction
First Round Interview
Interviewer
Good morning. Please have a seat. Tell me about yourself.
Candidate
Good morning. Thank you for this opportunity. My name is Amit Kumar. I completed my B.Tech in Computer Science from ABC College in 2024 with a CGPA of 8.2. I have strong skills in Java and Python, and I completed a project on a Student Management System. I am a quick learner and a good team player.
Interviewer
Good. Why do you want to work at our company?
Candidate
I have researched your company and I am impressed by your work in cloud technology. I believe this role will help me grow as a developer and contribute meaningfully to your team.
Interviewer
What is your biggest strength?
Candidate
My biggest strength is problem-solving. I enjoy breaking down complex problems into smaller steps and finding efficient solutions. I demonstrated this in my final year project.
Interview Tip: Prepare answers for these 5 questions before every interview: "Tell me about yourself", "Why this company?", "Your strength?", "Your weakness?", "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?" — practice them out loud 10 times each.
8. At the Airport
Check-In Counter
Staff
Good morning. May I see your passport and ticket, please?
Passenger
Good morning. Here you go.
Staff
Thank you. How many bags are you checking in?
Passenger
Just one bag. And I have a carry-on bag as well.
Staff
Your bag weighs 22 kg — that is within the limit. Would you prefer a window or aisle seat?
Passenger
Window seat, please. And which gate is my flight departing from?
Staff
Gate 14. Boarding starts at 10:30 AM. Have a pleasant flight!
9. Talking to a Neighbour
Meeting a New Neighbour
Priya
Hi! I am Priya. I just moved in next door. Nice to meet you!
Neighbour
Oh, welcome to the building! I am Suresh. How long have you been here?
Priya
Just two days. I am still unpacking. Are there any good restaurants nearby?
Neighbour
Yes! There is a great South Indian restaurant just around the corner. Very affordable and delicious.
Priya
That sounds perfect. Thank you so much! I will check it out today.
Neighbour
My pleasure. If you need anything, feel free to knock. Welcome to the neighbourhood!
10. Online Customer Support Call
Calling Customer Support
Support
Thank you for calling. This is Ravi from customer support. How can I help you today?
Customer
Hello Ravi. I ordered a product 5 days ago but I have not received it yet. My order number is 12345.
Support
I am sorry to hear that. Let me check your order status. Can you please confirm your registered email address?
Customer
It is example@email.com.
Support
Thank you. I can see your order is in transit and will be delivered by tomorrow. I apologise for the delay.
Customer
Okay, thank you for checking. I will wait until tomorrow.
Support
Thank you for your patience. Is there anything else I can help you with?
Practice Tip: Read each conversation aloud twice — once as Person A, once as Person B. Then try to say it from memory without looking. This is the fastest way to make these phrases feel natural and automatic.
Key Vocabulary from All 10 Conversations
These are the most useful phrases that appear across all 10 conversations. Memorise these and you will handle most daily English situations confidently.
Excuse me. / Pardon me.
Could you help me, please?
How much does this cost?
I would like to...
Can I have...?
I am sorry for the delay.
Could you repeat that?
I don't understand.
Thank you for your help.
Is there anything else?
I will get back to you.
Have a great day!
Test Your Knowledge
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Q1
How do you politely ask for help from a stranger?
Q2
What do you say when you don't understand something?
Q3
How do you start a phone call professionally?
Q4
What is the correct way to order food at a restaurant?
Q5
How do you politely end a conversation?
Frequently Asked Questions
Start with a simple greeting: "Excuse me, could you help me?" or "Hi, I am new here. Could you tell me where...?" People are generally happy to help. The key is to start — do not overthink it.
Say: "I am sorry, could you repeat that?" or "Could you speak a little slower, please?" or "I did not quite catch that." These are polite and natural phrases that native speakers use too.
Say: "It was nice talking to you. I should get going now." or "Thank you for your help. Have a great day!" or "I will let you go now. Take care!" These are natural and polite ways to end any conversation.
Read both roles aloud yourself. Record yourself on your phone and listen back. Practice in front of a mirror. Use the HelloTalk app to practice with real people. Even 10 minutes of daily practice will show results within 2 weeks.
Start with the ones you face most often. If you go to shops daily, start with Conversation 1. If you have a job interview coming up, start with Conversation 7. Practice the most relevant one first — it gives you immediate real-world results.
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