Asking for Help Carrying Something Heavy
Requesting assistance when you need help carrying or moving heavy items
Situations
Choose from 6 conversations to practice
Initial Request - Casual Setting
Asking a friend, family member, or colleague for help carrying something heavy in a casual, everyday setting, like moving furniture or grocery bags.
Formal Request - Public/Work Setting
Asking a stranger, a service person, or a supervisor for assistance with a heavy item in a more formal or professional environment, such as at a store, office, or airport.
Offering Help Proactively
Noticing someone struggling with a heavy item and offering your help, without being asked.
Specifying the Task and Object
Clearly explaining what needs to be moved, how heavy it is, and where it needs to go, to ensure effective assistance.
Directing and Coordinating
Giving instructions and coordinating movements while carrying a heavy item with someone else, ensuring safety and efficiency.
Expressing Gratitude and Thanks
After receiving help, expressing sincere appreciation and thanks to the person who assisted you.