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UK/["/ˈpæsɪndʒə(r)/"]/US/["/ˈpæsɪndʒər/"]/

Meaning of Passenger

a person who is travelling in a car, bus, train, plane or ship and who is not driving it or working on it

In simple words: A person who travels in a vehicle but is not driving it.

Passenger in a sentence

  • The passenger on the train was reading a book.
  • Every passenger must show their ticket before boarding the flight.
  • The bus was full of passengers heading to the city center.
  • A passenger in the taxi asked the driver to take a different route.
  • As a passenger, I have to follow the safety instructions from the crew.

How to use Passenger

Typically used in contexts related to transport, like buses, trains, or planes. Not used for drivers or crew members. In formal contexts, use 'traveler' for a more general meaning.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think 'pass' + 'enger' like a passenger enjoying a ride.

Related words

Collocations with Passenger

Synonyms for Passenger

Opposites of Passenger

Common mistakes with Passenger

  • Confused with 'passerby', which means someone walking by.
  • Using it to refer to a driver, which is incorrect.
  • Mispronouncing the second syllable, often saying 'passinger'.

Compare Passenger with Traveler, Commuter, Fare

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Frequently asked questions about Passenger

What does Passenger mean?

A person who travels in a vehicle but is not driving it.

What is the definition of Passenger?

a person who is travelling in a car, bus, train, plane or ship and who is not driving it or working on it

How do you use Passenger in a sentence?

The passenger on the train was reading a book.

Can you give another example of Passenger?

Every passenger must show their ticket before boarding the flight.

What are synonyms for Passenger?

Common alternatives include traveler, rider, commuter, fare.

What is the opposite of Passenger?

Opposite meanings include driver, operator.

What words go with Passenger?

It commonly pairs with business-class, coach, economy-class, carry, fly, transport, wait, be aboard (something), fly, cabin, compartment, door, passenger for, passenger in, passenger on.

What are common mistakes when using Passenger?

Confused with 'passerby', which means someone walking by. Using it to refer to a driver, which is incorrect. Mispronouncing the second syllable, often saying 'passinger'.

How do you pronounce Passenger?

US: /["/ˈpæsɪndʒər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpæsɪndʒə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Passenger?

Typically used in contexts related to transport, like buses, trains, or planes. Not used for drivers or crew members. In formal contexts, use 'traveler' for a more general meaning.

What CEFR level is Passenger?

"Passenger" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.