Day 13 – Taking a Taxi Ride

Day 13 – Taking a Taxi Ride

This conversation shows how a passenger talks with a taxi driver while booking and riding a taxi. It helps beginners learn useful phrases for travel, asking about routes, and discussing fare.

Character Introduction:

  • Sophia – A young woman who needs a taxi to reach the train station.

  • Mr. James – A polite taxi driver who answers her questions and explains the fare.

Conversation Script

Sofia
Hello, are you free?
Mr. James
Yes, I am free. Where do you want to go?
Sofia
I need to go to the train station.
Mr. James
Okay, please get inside.
Sofia
How long will it take to reach there?
Mr. James
It will take around 20 minutes.
Sofia
Is there much traffic on the way?
Mr. James
Not too much right now, the road is clear.
Sofia
How much will it cost?
Mr. James
It will cost around $15.
Sofia
Can you take the shorter route?
Mr. James
Yes, but the shorter route may have more traffic.
Sofia
That’s fine. I just don’t want to be late.
Mr. James
Don’t worry, I will drive carefully and fast enough.
Sofia
Thank you. Do you accept online payment?
Mr. James
Yes, I accept both cash and online payment.
Sofia
That’s good. Please stop near the main gate of the station.
Mr. James
Sure, we are almost there.
Sofia
Great, here is your payment. Thanks for the ride.
Mr. James
Thank you too. Have a safe journey!

Useful Phrases/Vocab + Meanings

  1. Are you free? – Asking if the taxi is available.

  2. Where do you want to go? – Asking about the passenger’s destination.

  3. How long will it take? – Asking about travel time.

  4. Is there much traffic? – Checking road conditions.

  5. How much will it cost? – Asking about fare/price.

  6. Can you take the shorter route? – Requesting a faster way.

  7. I don’t want to be late. – Expressing urgency.

  8. Do you accept online payment? – Asking about payment method.

  9. Please stop near the main gate. – Giving a drop-off instruction.

  10. Have a safe journey! – Wishing someone well for travel.

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