A1 Collocation ニュートラル

Tomar un taxi.

To take a taxi.

意味

To ride in a taxi.

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文化的背景

In Spain, 'coger un taxi' is the most common way to say this. 'Tomar' is understood but sounds slightly formal or Latin American to Spanish ears. Always use 'tomar' in Mexico. The verb 'coger' is a very strong slang term for sexual intercourse and should be avoided in transport contexts. In Buenos Aires, taxis are black and yellow. People often call them 'tachos' informally, and the drivers are 'tacheros'.

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The 'Safe' Verb

If you are traveling through multiple Spanish-speaking countries, always use 'tomar'. It is the only verb that is 100% safe and polite everywhere.

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Check the Meter

In many countries, you should ask '¿Tiene taxímetro?' before you 'tomar un taxi' to avoid being overcharged.

意味

To ride in a taxi.

🎯

The 'Safe' Verb

If you are traveling through multiple Spanish-speaking countries, always use 'tomar'. It is the only verb that is 100% safe and polite everywhere.

⚠️

Check the Meter

In many countries, you should ask '¿Tiene taxímetro?' before you 'tomar un taxi' to avoid being overcharged.

自分をテスト

Choose the correct verb for transport in Latin America.

Yo ___ un taxi al aeropuerto.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: tomo

'Tomar' is the standard verb for using transportation.

Complete the sentence with the correct article.

Necesito tomar ___ taxi.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: un

'Taxi' is masculine, and we use 'un' for a non-specific taxi.

What would you say to a friend when it's raining?

Está lloviendo mucho. ¿___?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: ¿Tomamos un taxi?

This is the most natural way to suggest taking a cab.

Match the phrase to the context.

Context: You are at a hotel and need to go to the museum.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Quiero tomar un taxi.

Expresses the desire to use the service.

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Ways to use Tomar

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Transport

  • Tomar un taxi
  • Tomar el bus
  • Tomar el metro

練習問題バンク

4 問題
Choose the correct verb for transport in Latin America. Choose A1

Yo ___ un taxi al aeropuerto.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: tomo

'Tomar' is the standard verb for using transportation.

Complete the sentence with the correct article. Fill Blank A1

Necesito tomar ___ taxi.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: un

'Taxi' is masculine, and we use 'un' for a non-specific taxi.

What would you say to a friend when it's raining? dialogue_completion A1

Está lloviendo mucho. ¿___?

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: ¿Tomamos un taxi?

This is the most natural way to suggest taking a cab.

Match the phrase to the context. situation_matching A1

Context: You are at a hotel and need to go to the museum.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: Quiero tomar un taxi.

Expresses the desire to use the service.

🎉 スコア: /4

よくある質問

3 問

Yes, but only if you are referring to a specific taxi, like one you already called. Otherwise, use 'un taxi'.

It is neutral. You can use it with your boss or your best friend.

'Tomar' is the act of riding/taking it. 'Pedir' is the act of calling or requesting it.

関連フレーズ

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Pedir un taxi

similar

To order/request a taxi

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Parada de taxis

builds on

Taxi stand

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Ir en taxi

similar

To go by taxi

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