das Taxi
Translation
taxi, cab
Examples
Ich nehme ein Taxi zum Bahnhof.
I'm taking a taxi to the station.
Können Sie mir ein Taxi rufen?
Can you call a taxi for me?
Grammar Patterns
ein Taxi nehmen to take a taxi I need to take a taxi quickly.
mit dem Taxi fahren to go by taxi We went by taxi.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cab; Related concepts: Mietwagen (rental car)
Etymology
An international word, shortened from 'taximeter cab', from French 'taximètre'.
Memory Tips
Remember the neuter article 'das Taxi'. It's a common A1 level word you'll use for transportation.