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Taxi

UK /["/ˈtæksi/"]/US /["/ˈtæksi/"]/

Definition

a car with a driver that you pay to take you somewhere. Taxis usually have meters that show how much money you have to pay.

In simple words: A car that you can pay to take you somewhere.

Examples

  • I took a taxi to the airport this morning.
  • The taxi driver was very friendly and talkative.
  • We need to order a taxi to get home.
  • There is a taxi stand right outside the station.
  • You can easily find a taxi in busy areas.

Usage notes

In everyday conversation, 'taxi' is commonly used. In formal writing, you might use 'taxicab.' It's not appropriate in very casual conversations where slang is preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think 'taxi' like 'tax' for money on the go.

Collocations

  • air
  • water
  • take
  • book (somebody)
  • call (somebody)
  • cab
  • company
  • firm
  • by taxi

Synonyms

  • cab
  • taxicab
  • hire car
  • shuttle

Antonyms

  • bus
  • train

Common mistakes

  • Confuse 'taxi' with 'cab' as they are often used interchangeably.
  • Use 'taxi' as a verb incorrectly, as it's a noun.
  • Mispronounce 'taxi' by stressing the wrong syllable.