How to Talk to a British Taxi Driver | English Conversation at the Airport #english #airport #shorts

Have you ever arrived in London and felt nervous speaking to a taxi driver? 🇬🇧 In this short video, you’ll listen to a real British English conversation between a traveller and a London taxi driver — simple, clear, and perfect for A2 learners. You’ll learn how to ask for directions, how to sound polite, and even discover a funny British expression: 👉 “If the traffic’s kind” — which means “Let’s hope we’re lucky!” This scene takes place at the taxi rank outside Heathrow Airport, where our traveller finally feels confident speaking English. Watch until the end to hear how a few friendly words can make your trip (and your English!) much better. 🌍✨ 🗝️ Key Vocabulary (A2 Level): • Hop in – get into a car (informal, friendly) • Taxi rank – where taxis wait for passengers • No worries – it’s okay / don’t worry • Traffic – the cars on the road • Lucky – when good things happen easily • Brilliant! – great! / fantastic! (very British) • Pick up – to learn something naturally, by listening or experience • Good on you – well done! / good for you! (friendly British praise) 💬 Motivational Message: Every small conversation builds your confidence. Don’t be afraid to speak — even a short chat with a taxi driver can make you sound more British every day. 🇬🇧💪 How to use this video: 👄 Repeat after the speakers (this is called “shadowing”) ⏸️ Pause and copy the intonation (shown in brackets) 🔁 Practise the phrases until they feel natural This short story is easy to follow, with natural pauses and emotions, so you can improve your listening and speaking skills step by step. 🔔 Subscribe for more easy English conversations and learn how to use English in everyday life, and don't forget to leave your own sentence in the comments! #learnenglish #easyenglish #britishenglish #englishforbeginners #everydayenglish #practiceenglish #englishconversation #englishlearningshorts #cluespeak #short #uk #usa #shortstoriesinenglish #cluetoday #londontravel #taxidriver