Massage & Spa

1. I'd like a full-body massage.

   Can I get a full-body massage? / I want a full-body massage, please.

   Usage

   The standard phrase to book or request a full-body massage at a spa or massage parlour

   Grammar Note

   "I'd like ~" is a polite alternative to "I want ~", widely used when requesting services

2. Can you use less pressure?

   Could you go a bit easier? / Please use lighter pressure.

   Usage

   Tell the therapist the pressure is too strong during the massage

   Grammar Note

   "Use less + noun" asks for a reduction in degree or intensity; "lighter pressure" is equally natural

3. A little harder, please.

   A bit more pressure, please. / Can you press a little harder?

   Usage

   A concise way to request more pressure during a massage

   Grammar Note

   "A little + comparative adjective, please" is a concise and polite pattern for requesting adjustments

4. I have a sore lower back.

   My lower back is sore. / I have lower back pain.

   Usage

   Inform the therapist of a problem area before the session so they can focus their work

   Grammar Note

   "I have a sore + body part" and "My ~ is sore" are both natural ways to describe localised pain

5. How long is a 60-minute session?

   Does the 60-minute session include setup time? / Is the session exactly 60 minutes?

   Usage

   Clarify whether the advertised time is hands-on massage time or includes preparation and dressing

   Grammar Note

   "How long is ~?" asks about the duration of something; "How long does ~ take?" is equally common

6. Do you offer hot stone massage?

   Is hot stone massage available? / Can I have a hot stone massage?

   Usage

   Ask whether a specific type of massage is on the menu at a spa or wellness centre

   Grammar Note

   "Do you offer ~?" is a polite way to ask whether a service or product is available

7. Please avoid my left shoulder.

   Could you skip my left shoulder? / Please don't touch my left shoulder.

   Usage

   Tell the therapist about an area to avoid due to injury, sensitivity, or discomfort

   Grammar Note

   "Please avoid + body part" is a clear and direct imperative for guiding the therapist

8. That feels great!

   That feels wonderful! / That's exactly right!

   Usage

   Positive feedback to the therapist during the massage; lets them know they're doing well

   Grammar Note

   "That feels + adjective" uses a sensory verb; note that it takes an adjective (not an adverb)

9. What oil do you use?

   Which oil is that? / What kind of oil do you use?

   Usage

   Ask about the massage oil before the session to check for allergies or personal preferences

   Grammar Note

   "What + noun + do you use?" is a standard question pattern for asking about materials or products

10. I'd like to book an appointment.

    Can I make a booking? / I'd like to schedule a session.

    Usage

    A polite phrase to make a reservation at a spa, massage parlour, or wellness centre

    Grammar Note

    "Book an appointment" and "make a booking" are both standard ways to reserve a service slot

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