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Beginner · scenario 50 of 84

Ask where to sit

Ask a passenger if the seat next to them is free.

The situation You're on the bus. Ask someone if the seat next to them is free.

The dialogue

Pardon, is deze stoel vrij?
Excuse me, is this seat free?
Ja, hij is vrij. Ik pak mijn tas.
Yes, it's free. I'll grab my bag.
Mag ik hier zitten?
May I sit here?
Ja, natuurlijk, ga maar zitten!
Yes, of course. Have a seat!
Dat is heel aardig, dank je wel!
That's very kind, thank you!
Graag gedaan, fijne reis!
You're welcome, have a good trip!

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