Meaning
To travel using a taxi or cab service.
Cultural Background
In London, 'taking a taxi' often refers to the iconic 'Black Cab'. These are hailed on the street. In New York City, 'taking a cab' is a quintessential city experience, often done by waving at a yellow car.
Use 'a'
Always use 'a' before taxi unless you are talking about a specific one you already booked.
Meaning
To travel using a taxi or cab service.
Use 'a'
Always use 'a' before taxi unless you are talking about a specific one you already booked.
Test Yourself
Complete the sentence.
I am in a hurry, so I will _____ a taxi.
The correct collocation for hiring a taxi is 'take'.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesI am in a hurry, so I will _____ a taxi.
The correct collocation for hiring a taxi is 'take'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is understood, but 'take a taxi' is the standard, natural collocation.
Related Phrases
hail a taxi
specialized formTo signal a taxi to stop.
call a cab
synonymTo phone for a taxi.
