Meaning
To travel using a public transport bus service.
Cultural Background
Buses are a primary mode of transport; people often say 'get the bus'. In many cities, 'take the bus' is the standard way to describe public transit.
Use 'the' or 'a'
Use 'a' for any bus, 'the' for a specific one.
Meaning
To travel using a public transport bus service.
Use 'the' or 'a'
Use 'a' for any bus, 'the' for a specific one.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
I usually ____ a bus to the city center.
The correct collocation is 'take a bus'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesI usually ____ a bus to the city center.
The correct collocation is 'take a bus'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, it is very common.
Related Phrases
Catch a bus
similarTo get on a bus, often in a hurry.
Miss the bus
contrastTo fail to board the bus.