Significado
To use the bus as a mode of transportation.
Contexto cultural
In Paris, taking the bus is often seen as a more scenic but slower alternative to the Metro. Parisians use the 'Ticket t+' which allows for bus-to-bus transfers within 90 minutes. In Quebec, the word 'autobus' is very common, and the network in Montreal (STM) is a vital part of winter survival. People often say 'Prendre {l'|m}autobus'. In many French-speaking African countries, 'prendre {le|m} bus' might refer to 'cars rapides' or 'gbakas' (informal minibuses) which have their own unique boarding culture. In rural France, 'prendre {le|m} bus' often refers to the 'ramassage scolaire' (school bus) or departmental lines that connect small villages to larger towns.
The 'S' in Bus
Always pronounce the 's' at the end of 'bus'. If you don't, it might sound like 'bu' (past participle of drink).
Validation
In France, 'prendre {le|m} bus' implies you must 'valider' (stamp/scan) your ticket immediately upon boarding.
Significado
To use the bus as a mode of transportation.
The 'S' in Bus
Always pronounce the 's' at the end of 'bus'. If you don't, it might sound like 'bu' (past participle of drink).
Validation
In France, 'prendre {le|m} bus' implies you must 'valider' (stamp/scan) your ticket immediately upon boarding.
The 'Bonjour' Rule
It is considered rude in France not to say 'Bonjour' to the driver when you board. It's part of the 'prendre {le|m} bus' ritual.
Ponte a prueba
Conjugate the verb 'prendre' in the present tense.
Chaque matin, je ______ {le|m} bus pour aller au travail.
The subject 'je' requires the ending 's' in the present tense of 'prendre'.
Choose the correct article for 'bus'.
Tu prends ______ bus ?
'Bus' is a masculine singular noun, so 'le' is the correct definite article.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Comment vas-tu à la gare ? B: Je vais ______ {le|m} bus.
'Prendre' is the standard verb used to describe using a mode of transport.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You missed your bus and you are telling your friend.
'Raté' is the past participle of 'rater', which means to miss.
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Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosChaque matin, je ______ {le|m} bus pour aller au travail.
The subject 'je' requires the ending 's' in the present tense of 'prendre'.
Tu prends ______ bus ?
'Bus' is a masculine singular noun, so 'le' is the correct definite article.
A: Comment vas-tu à la gare ? B: Je vais ______ {le|m} bus.
'Prendre' is the standard verb used to describe using a mode of transport.
You missed your bus and you are telling your friend.
'Raté' is the past participle of 'rater', which means to miss.
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Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasIt is masculine: {le|m} bus.
Yes, if you are referring to any random bus or a specific physical vehicle, but 'le bus' is more common for the habit.
Use 'Je suis dans {le|m} bus'.
A 'bus' is for city travel; an 'autocar' (or 'car') is for long-distance travel between cities.
Yes, always pronounce the 's' like /bys/.
Use 'J'ai pris'. Example: 'J'ai pris {le|m} bus ce matin'.
It is neutral and can be used in any situation.
You say 'J'ai raté {le|m} bus'.
Yes, 'prendre {le|m} train' is perfectly correct.
It's a standard social etiquette in France to acknowledge service workers.
Frases relacionadas
Rater {le|m} bus
contrastTo miss the bus.
Monter dans {le|m} bus
specialized formTo board the bus.
Descendre du bus
contrastTo get off the bus.
Prendre {le|m} métro
similarTo take the subway.
