Lesson24
【Lesson 24】
◆English expressions you can use when using public transportation
◆Key expressions for Lesson 24
Where can I catch [ a bus / a train ] to 〜?
Is this the right [ bus / train ] for 〜?
When does the next [ bus / train ] leave?
Take me to 〜, please.
◆Let’s try the following exercises.
Q: You’re in Manhattan, and you want to go to Brooklyn by bus. You’re looking for a bus stop. What would you say?
A: Where can I catch a bus to Brooklyn?
Q: You’re waiting for a train on a platform. The train has arrived, but before you get on, you want to make sure the train is heading for the right destination. What would you say?
A: Is this the right train for Boston?
or
Does this train go to Boston?
Q: You came to a bus stop, and people are waiting in line. You want to know what time the next bus leaves. What would you say?
A: Excuse me, when does the next bus leave?
Q: You’re at a subway station. You want to know at which station you should transfer. What would you say?
A: I want to go to Lincoln Center. Where should I transfer?
Q: You’re taking a bus to Los Angeles, and you want to get off at Santa Barbara. What would you say to the driver?
A: Excuse me. I’m getting off at Santa Barbara. Could you tell me when to get off?
Q: You’re taking a train, and you want to know if you’re allowed to make a stopover with the ticket you have. What would you say?
A: Can I make a stopover with this ticket?
Q: You’re at the ticket counter for Greyhound Lines, and you want to know the fare. What would you say? Greyhound Lines is a well-known long-distance bus service used in America.
A: I want to use the Greyhound Express. How much is it from here to New Orleans?
Q: You got in a taxi, and you want to go to Madison Square Garden. What would you say?
A: Take me to Madison Square Garden, please.
Q: You want to go to Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood by taxi, but the driver seems unfamiliar with the place. What would you say?
A: Take me to Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, please. It’s 6925 Hollywood Blvd.
Q: You’re paying the fare in a taxi. You’ve decided to tip the driver by giving him the change. What would you say?
A: Here you are. Keep the change.