Conversation Β· Role-play

πŸ’Š At the Chemist

Practise buying medicine at a chemist in English. You have a headache: describe it, answer the pharmacist's questions and pay.

πŸ’Š
At the Chemist
A chemist's shop
Your goal: Get medicine for a headache

You are the customer. The pharmacist will speak English β€” pick the best reply from 3 options. 7 turns to complete the scenario.

7 exchanges Conversation Multiple choice

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How to play

  1. Read what the pharmacist says β€” tap πŸ”Š to hear it in a British voice.
  2. Pick the best of the three English replies to move the conversation forward.
  3. If you pick the wrong option, a hint explains why β€” try again until you find the right reply.
  4. Complete all 7 turns to finish the scene. Aim for all 7 on the first try!

Questions

Is this English conversation game free?

Yes β€” no sign-up needed. Play in your browser and practise natural British English for real situations.

What level is this role-play for?

It suits A2–B1 learners who know basic English and want to practise real conversational phrases. Each wrong answer shows a hint, so you learn as you play.

Can I see the lines in my own language?

Yes β€” choose your language from the menu and every line comes with a translation. You can also read the whole conversation first on the At the Chemist phrasebook page.