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Passenger

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

Definition

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.

Examples

  • 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.

Usage notes

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.

Collocations

  • business-class
  • coach
  • economy-class
  • carry
  • fly
  • transport
  • wait
  • be aboard (something)
  • fly
  • cabin
  • compartment
  • door
  • passenger for
  • passenger in
  • passenger on

Synonyms

  • traveler
  • rider
  • commuter
  • fare

Antonyms

  • driver
  • operator

Common mistakes

  • 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'.