Hello, everyone!
Today we're taking a taxi in the states. We also say "cab" when we're talking about taking a taxi. These are some helpful phrases you can use.
1) Excuse me. Are you available?
2) (On the phone) Hello, can you send a taxi to (your location), Please?
*Taxi companies in the states usually asks where you're going and give you a set price over the phone.
3) How much is it to go to Manhattan from here?
4) Can you go a little faster? I'm in a rush.
5) Could you turn on the A/C, please? It's a little hot in here.
6) I'd like to go to the airport, please.
7) Can you take a quicker route?
8) Can you play the radio/ Can you turn off the radio, please?
9) Is this a metered taxi or fixed rate?
10) The ride was very pleasant. Thank you!
So these are some of the phrases and questions you can use when taking a cab in the states. I'm sure most people use Uber or Lyft now, but there are still some taxi compaies on the road. Remember to speak slowly and clearly. A lot of the drivers are foreigners as well. Have fun!
Keith Sensei