Arranging access for repairs
A repair visit needs a workable time and advance notice: explain your constraints, propose a slot and confirm who will enter.
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Disputing a rental deposit deduction in Spanish
Challenge a charge against your rental deposit, ask for an itemized invoice and explain the evidence behind your request.
Read and practiseSetting boundaries with housemates
Guests, shared rooms and advance notice can become easier to discuss when everyone states their needs and agrees on a workable arrangement.
Read and practiseQuestioning an unexpected utility charge
An unfamiliar charge on a utility bill calls for a clear explanation, an itemized breakdown and, if needed, a correction.
Read and practiseChallenging an airline refund decision in Spanish
An airline response overlooks your refund request: explain the gap, cite the facts and ask for the decision to be reconsidered.
Read and practiseNegotiating alternative accommodation in Spanish
Explain an unsuitable room, propose a workable alternative and agree on conditions before changing accommodation.
Read and practiseReporting an accessibility barrier in Spanish
Explain how a barrier affects access, request a practical accommodation and ask when an alternative will be available.
Read and practiseDisputing a subscription renewal in Spanish
Question an unexpected renewal charge, request a refund and seek written confirmation of cancellation in Spanish.
Read and practiseNegotiating service contract terms
A monthly fee, cancellation notice and price changes: practise clarifying and proposing terms before signing a service contract.
Read and practiseAsking about an application appeal
A refused application raises questions about reasons, deadlines and evidence; practise asking how to challenge the decision in Spanish.
Read and practiseRequesting correction of personal information
An incorrect address or misspelled surname can be identified and corrected: practise requesting a records update in Spanish.
Read and practiseRequesting another medical opinion
A second assessment may need a referral and records: ask a clinician how to arrange it and obtain the relevant documents.
Read and practiseDiscussing medical treatment choices
Benefits, risks and alternatives: ask a clinician to compare treatment choices before making a decision.
Read and practiseMaking a formal complaint about a service
An unresolved service failure deserves a clear account of its impact and the remedy you are requesting in Spanish.
Read and practiseAsking about work hours in Spanish
When does the workday start or end? Ask about a shift and understand a simple time range in Spanish.
Read and practiseRequesting a short break at work in Spanish
A short pause during work starts with a polite question. Practise asking for a few minutes and saying when you return.
Read and practiseFinding a workstation in Spanish
On your first day, ask where you can work, check whether a chair is free and understand simple directions to your place.
Read and practiseAsking for work supplies in Spanish
At work, ask for paper, a pen or other supplies and explain what you need them for in simple Spanish.
Read and practiseDescribing your duties at work in Spanish
Calls, orders and customers: describe a few everyday tasks you do at work with simple present-tense verbs.
Read and practiseAsking about a work schedule in Spanish
Which days and shifts are on your schedule? Ask about the coming week and where to find the roster.
Read and practiseReporting lateness to work in Spanish
Running late for work? Tell a colleague and give an estimated arrival time, then update them if it changes.
Read and practiseAsking for time off work in Spanish
Need particular days off? Request the dates politely and ask how and to whom to submit your leave request.
Read and practiseCalling in sick to work in Spanish
Tell your workplace that you are ill, mention an appointment and say when you will give an update.
Read and practiseAsking about a payslip in Spanish
Find your monthly payslip, ask about an unfamiliar entry and request a clear explanation from a colleague.
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