Day 14 – Meeting at the Bus Stop

Day 14 – Meeting at the Bus Stop

This conversation takes place at a bus stop where two strangers meet while waiting for the bus. They talk about the bus timing, their destinations, and a little about their daily routine.

Character Introduction

  • Ethan – A young student waiting for the bus to go to his college.

  • Lily – An office worker waiting for the same bus to reach her workplace.

Conversation Script

Ethan
Excuse me, do you know when the bus will arrive?
Lily
I think it comes in about 10 minutes. Do you also take this bus every day?
Ethan
Yes, I do. I go to the city college. What about you?
Lily
Oh, nice! I work at an office near the central park.
Ethan
That’s cool. Do you find the bus usually on time?
Lily
Not always. Sometimes it gets late because of traffic.
Ethan
Yes, yesterday I waited for 20 minutes. It was frustrating.
Lily
True. But at least the bus is cheap and safe.
Ethan
Absolutely! It also saves money compared to taxis.
Lily
Exactly. By the way, do you know if this bus stops at Green Street?
Ethan
Yes, it does. I remember hearing the driver announce it last week.
Lily
Perfect, then it’s the right bus for me.
Ethan
Great! By the way, is this your usual time to travel?
Lily
Yes, I always take the morning bus around 8:30.
Ethan
Same here. Maybe we will see each other often.
Lily
Sure! It’s nice to meet someone during the wait.
Ethan
Same here. Oh look, I think the bus is coming.
Lily
Yes, finally! Let’s get ready to board.
Ethan
After you. Please go first.
Lily
Thank you, that’s kind of you.

Useful Phrases/Vocab + Meanings

  1. Excuse me – A polite way to get someone’s attention.

  2. On time – Punctual, not late.

  3. Traffic – A situation when many vehicles slow down movement.

  4. Frustrating – Something that makes you annoyed or upset.

  5. Cheap and safe – Low in cost and secure.

  6. Compared to – To check similarity or difference.

  7. Announce – To say something officially or publicly.

  8. Usual time – The regular or normal time for something.

  9. Get ready to board – Prepare to get on the bus, train, or plane.

  10. Kind of you – A polite way to thank someone for their good behavior.

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