Directions & Places
A2Asking for and giving directions
About Directions & Places dictation
Directions & Places is a A2 (elementary) English dictation topic for elementary learners who can already follow short, everyday sentences. Asking for and giving directions. Listen to each sentence, type exactly what you hear, and get instant word-by-word feedback that highlights the words you missed. Practising with real, level-appropriate sentences trains your ear, spelling and grammar at the same time.
Examples of what you'll practise
- “Excuse me, where is the station?”
- “Go straight on and turn left.”
- “The bank is opposite the school.”
- “It's about ten minutes on foot.”
- “Is there a supermarket near here?”
- “Which bus goes to the city centre?”
Tips for A2 dictation
- Listen for small function words like “to”, “a” and “the” — they carry little stress and are the easiest to miss.
- Turn on “Repeat” to auto-play each sentence 2–3 times, and use the hint key when you’re truly stuck.
- Review the words you mishear afterwards — spaced repetition brings them back at the right time.
Frequently asked questions
What level is the Directions & Places dictation?
Directions & Places is aimed at A2 (elementary) learners. The sentences use vocabulary and grammar suited to that level, so it’s challenging without being overwhelming.
How does dictation practice help my English?
Dictation forces you to listen closely and reproduce every single word, which sharpens listening, spelling and grammar far faster than passive listening. You immediately see which words you missed and can fix them.
How should I practise the Directions & Places dictation?
Listen to a sentence, type exactly what you hear, then check the word-by-word feedback. Replay or slow the audio down when you need to, use a hint if you’re stuck, and review the words you mishear afterwards.