B1 Expression 중립

Can you order a taxi for me?

Please call a cab.

Requesting someone to arrange a taxi service on your behalf.

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문화적 배경

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.

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Use 'Could'

Using 'Could' instead of 'Can' makes your request sound much more polite.

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Be specific

If you need the taxi at a specific time, mention it: 'Can you order a taxi for me for 8 AM?'

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?'

셀프 테스트

Fill in the blank with the correct word.

Can you _____ a taxi for me?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: order

We 'order' a taxi service.

Choose the most polite version.

Which is the most polite?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Could you please order a taxi for me?

Adding 'Could you please' is the most polite.

Complete the dialogue.

Receptionist: 'How can I help you?' Guest: '_____'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Can you order a taxi for me?

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.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Can you order a taxi for me?

This is the correct phrase for requesting a taxi service.

🎉 점수: /4

시각 학습 자료

연습 문제 은행

4 연습 문제
Fill in the blank with the correct word. Fill Blank A1

Can you _____ a taxi for me?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: order

We 'order' a taxi service.

Choose the most polite version. Choose B1

Which is the most polite?

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Could you please order a taxi for me?

Adding 'Could you please' is the most polite.

Complete the dialogue. dialogue_completion A2

Receptionist: 'How can I help you?' Guest: '_____'

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Can you order a taxi for me?

This is the standard way to ask for a taxi.

Match the situation to the phrase. situation_matching A1

You are at a hotel and need a ride.

✓ 정답! ✗ 아쉬워요. 정답: Can you order a taxi for me?

This is the correct phrase for requesting a taxi service.

🎉 점수: /4

자주 묻는 질문

3 질문

It 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.

관련 표현

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Call a cab

synonym

To phone for a taxi.

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Book a ride

similar

To reserve a vehicle.

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Hail a taxi

contrast

To signal a taxi on the street.

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Get a lift

similar

To get a ride from someone.

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