Signification
Requesting someone to arrange a taxi service on your behalf.
Contexte culturel
In the UK, 'taxi' or 'minicab' are common. Asking a hotel to do this is standard. In the US, 'cab' is very common. In many cities, people use apps, but asking a hotel is still normal. Japanese hospitality (omotenashi) means staff will often do this without you even asking if they see you have luggage. In many Middle Eastern countries, hotels provide this as a premium service.
Use 'Could'
Using 'Could' instead of 'Can' makes your request sound much more polite.
Be specific
If you need the taxi at a specific time, mention it: 'Can you order a taxi for me for 8 AM?'
Signification
Requesting someone to arrange a taxi service on your behalf.
Use 'Could'
Using 'Could' instead of 'Can' makes your request sound much more polite.
Be specific
If you need the taxi at a specific time, mention it: 'Can you order a taxi for me for 8 AM?'
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct word.
Can you _____ a taxi for me?
We 'order' a taxi service.
Choose the most polite version.
Which is the most polite?
Adding 'Could you please' is the most polite.
Complete the dialogue.
Receptionist: 'How can I help you?' Guest: '_____'
This is the standard way to ask for a taxi.
Match the situation to the phrase.
You are at a hotel and need a ride.
This is the correct phrase for requesting a taxi service.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesCan you _____ a taxi for me?
We 'order' a taxi service.
Which is the most polite?
Adding 'Could you please' is the most polite.
Receptionist: 'How can I help you?' Guest: '_____'
This is the standard way to ask for a taxi.
You are at a hotel and need a ride.
This is the correct phrase for requesting a taxi service.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsIt can be, unless you are in a situation where they are clearly able to help, like a hotel or a shop.
Yes, it is common, but 'order a taxi for me' is slightly more formal and polite.
They are the same thing. 'Cab' is just a shorter, more informal word.
Expressions liées
Call a cab
synonymTo phone for a taxi.
Book a ride
similarTo reserve a vehicle.
Hail a taxi
contrastTo signal a taxi on the street.
Get a lift
similarTo get a ride from someone.
