Signification
Hiring a taxi for transport.
Contexte culturel
Taxis in Croatia are usually ordered via apps (Uber, Bolt) or by calling a local 'Radio Taksi' number. Street hailing is only common in very busy areas like main squares or airports. During the summer season, taxi prices can increase significantly. It is always wise to ask for an estimate ('Koliko otprilike košta?') before starting the ride. Zagreb has a long tradition of blue taxis ('Zagrebački plavi'). They are considered a symbol of the city and are often driven by locals who know the city's history. Tipping is not mandatory, but rounding up to the nearest Euro is common and appreciated. If the service was exceptional, a 10% tip is generous.
Use Apps
In big cities, using Uber or Bolt is often cheaper and easier than hailing a taxi on the street.
Check the Meter
Always ensure the 'taksometar' is turned on to avoid being overcharged.
Signification
Hiring a taxi for transport.
Use Apps
In big cities, using Uber or Bolt is often cheaper and easier than hailing a taxi on the street.
Check the Meter
Always ensure the 'taksometar' is turned on to avoid being overcharged.
Rounding Up
If your fare is 4.80 EUR, just give 5 EUR and say 'U redu je' (It's okay/keep the change).
Small Talk
Taxi drivers in Croatia love to talk about politics or sports. It's a great way to practice your Croatian!
Teste-toi
Fill in the missing verb in the correct form (Future Tense).
Kasnim! ___ ću taksi.
In the future tense with 'ću', the infinitive 'uzeti' drops the 'i' to become 'uzet'.
Which sentence is correct for a daily habit?
How do you say 'I often take a taxi'?
For habits, we use the imperfective verb 'uzimati'.
Match the situation to the best phrase.
You are at the airport and need a ride.
This is the most natural way to ask for a taxi at a transport hub.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Pada kiša. B: Da, hajdemo ___ taksi.
After 'hajdemo' (let's), we use the infinitive of the perfective verb for a single action.
🎉 Score : /4
Aides visuelles
Transport Verbs in Croatian
Use 'Uzeti'
- • taksi
- • Uber
- • Bolt
Use 'Ići'
- • autobusom
- • tramvajem
- • vlakom
Banque d exercices
4 exercicesKasnim! ___ ću taksi.
In the future tense with 'ću', the infinitive 'uzeti' drops the 'i' to become 'uzet'.
How do you say 'I often take a taxi'?
For habits, we use the imperfective verb 'uzimati'.
You are at the airport and need a ride.
This is the most natural way to ask for a taxi at a transport hub.
A: Pada kiša. B: Da, hajdemo ___ taksi.
After 'hajdemo' (let's), we use the infinitive of the perfective verb for a single action.
🎉 Score : /4
Questions fréquentes
12 questionsIt is masculine. Even though it ends in 'i', it follows the masculine declension patterns.
No, Croatian doesn't use articles. 'Uzeti taksi' is sufficient.
No, that sounds like you are physically picking up the bus. Use 'ići autobusom'.
You can say: 'Koliko košta vožnja do...?' (How much is the ride to...?)
In Croatian, it is always spelled with a 'k' and 's': taksi.
It's not mandatory, but rounding up the fare is a common local custom.
The plural is 'taksiji'.
Yes, if the light on top is on, but it's more common to find them at stands or use an app.
It is neutral and appropriate for all situations.
You would say 'Idem taksijem' or 'Upravo uzimam taksi'.
Yes, they are generally very safe and regulated.
In tourist areas and big cities, most drivers speak at least basic English.
Expressions liées
naručiti taksi
similarTo order a taxi
taksi stajalište
builds onTaxi stand
vožnja taksijem
builds onA taxi ride
platiti taksi
builds onTo pay for the taxi
ići pješice
contrastTo go on foot
