Asking Someone to Move
Politely asking someone to step aside or make room in crowded spaces
Situations
Choose from 5 conversations to practice
Blocked Pathway
Someone is standing directly in a narrow pathway, blocking the way for others to pass. The person needs to be asked to move aside.
Need to Reach Something
Someone is standing in front of an item or display you need to access (e.g., in a supermarket, museum, or shop). You need to ask them to step aside briefly.
Getting Off Public Transport
You are on a crowded bus, train, or subway and need to get off at a stop, but people are blocking the exit. You need to politely ask them to make way.
Trying to Pass Through a Crowd
You are in a very crowded place (e.g., a concert, market, or festival) and need to move from one point to another, requiring you to navigate through a dense group of people.
Accidentally Blocking Someone
You realize you are unintentionally blocking someone's path or access and need to quickly acknowledge it and move, possibly apologizing.