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At the hairdresser's

Describe the haircut you want.

Your level: C1

The scene at the level you chose. The other levels follow below.

Rescheduling with your regular stylist

Move an appointment tactfully with your regular stylist.

You talk to: Stylist · 9 turns · about 7 min

Play scene (C1)

Phrases that help at C1

  • I was meaning to ask about that.
  • I don't suppose you have anything ...?
  • if it's not putting you out
  • I'll bear that in mind.

Every level of this situation

Each level is a different moment in this situation: short and simple at first, more nuanced at the higher levels.

  1. Pre-A1

    Pre-A1: A quick haircut at the barber's

    Ask for a short haircut at the barber's and pay.

    You talk to: Barber · 7 turns · about 4 min

    • Short on the sides, please.
    • Just a little.
    Play scene (Pre-A1)

  2. A1

    A1: Booking a haircut at the salon desk

    Book a haircut with a day, a time and a stylist.

    You talk to: Salon receptionist · 7 turns · about 5 min

    • I'd like to book a haircut, please.
    • Can I come on Thursday afternoon?
    Play scene (A1)

  3. A2

    A2: Describing the cut you want

    Describe the length and style you want.

    You talk to: Hairdresser · 8 turns · about 6 min

    • I'd like it a bit shorter, but not too short.
    • Just below my shoulders.
    Play scene (A2)

  4. B1

    B1: Asking politely for a haircut to be fixed

    Explain politely what is wrong with your cut and get it fixed.

    You talk to: Salon manager · 8 turns · about 6 min

    • Not quite, I'm afraid.
    • I had it cut here on Saturday.
    Play scene (B1)

  5. B2

    B2: A colour consultation at the salon

    Discuss colour options and your budget with a colourist.

    You talk to: Colourist · 8 turns · about 7 min

    • My hair was dyed about a year ago.
    • I'd rather do it gradually.
    Play scene (B2)

  6. C1

    C1: Rescheduling with your regular stylist

    Move an appointment tactfully with your regular stylist.

    You talk to: Stylist · 9 turns · about 7 min

    • I was meaning to ask about that.
    • I don't suppose you have anything ...?
    Play scene (C1)

  7. C2

    C2: Asking a long-time stylist for a change

    Ask a long-time stylist for a new look without causing offence.

    You talk to: Stylist · 9 turns · about 8 min

    • not that there's anything wrong with the usual
    • I've been playing it safe out of habit.
    Play scene (C2)

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