Inside an office building · Giving directions inside a building

Giving directions inside a building in context, with bilingual examples and practice.

Application goal: Giving directions inside a building.

Use an imperative such as turn or continue for directions. First, then and after that order the steps. Add a clear landmark to make the route easier to follow.

Context: Inside an office building. Identify the wording that achieves this goal, then adapt the details to a situation of your own.

Practical examples

Take the lift to the third floor.

استقل المصعد إلى الطابق الثالث.

When you come out, turn right.

عندما تخرج، انعطف يمينًا.

Follow the corridor to the waiting area.

اتبع الممر حتى منطقة الانتظار.

Check your understanding

1. Choose the closest Arabic meaning of this expression: Take the lift to the third floor.
2. Choose the English expression that matches this meaning: اتبع الممر حتى منطقة الانتظار.