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Checking you are in the right line in English (beginner)
Beginner English for checking you are in the right line. Key line: “Excuse me, is this the right line?”
Full script
Lin
Excuse me, is this the right line?
Them
Yes, this is the right one.
Lin
Great. I often choose the wrong one.
Them
I do too. Me and lines don't mix.
Lin
Nice. So it's not just me.
Them
No. You're in good company.
Lin
If it's wrong, we can run together.
Them
Deal. But I think we can stay.
Key phrases
The lines worth keeping. Read them once before you go out.
line check
✓ Is this the right line?ask if this is the right queue
Add Excuse me first
right one
✓ This is the right one.say this is the correct queue
one = the line mentioned before
not just me
✓ It's not just me.say you are not the only one
means you are not alone
not alone
✓ You're in good company.say others feel the same
natural when comforting
Quick answers
line check: what to say in English
Say “Is this the right line?” — ask if this is the right queue. Add Excuse me first.
right one: what to say in English
Say “This is the right one.” — say this is the correct queue. one = the line mentioned before.
not just me: what to say in English
Say “It's not just me.” — say you are not the only one. means you are not alone.
not alone: what to say in English
Say “You're in good company.” — say others feel the same. natural when comforting.