Difference between Shanghainese and Mandarin?

Hi,

I'm transiting through Shanghai for about 30 hours early next year, and I'd like to learn a few words of the local language so I can head out of the airport, see some sights, and maybe get some food etc. in the city.

Would it be a better idea to learn Shanghainese or Standard Mandarin? Any insights in this would be appreciated, as I know zero about China or its culture. Thanks!!

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