Confirming a Pickup Location
Avoid confusion when meeting up. Learn how to clearly communicate and confirm a specific location for a friend or a ride-sharing service to pick you up.
Situations
Choose from 6 conversations to practice
Initial Suggestion for Pickup
The passenger or driver suggests a general pickup area, and the other party needs to understand and perhaps offer a more precise spot.
Clarifying a Vague Location (Landmark)
One party mentions a landmark (e.g., 'the big tree') but needs to clarify its exact position relative to the main building or road.
Providing Specific Address Details
The passenger needs to clearly state their exact street number, building name, or entrance for a precise pickup.
Verifying Pickup Point Against Map/App
Either the passenger or the driver cross-references the suggested pickup location with a map application to confirm accuracy and avoid confusion.
Adjusting Pickup Location Due to Obstacles
The original pickup spot is inaccessible (e.g., blocked road, no parking), requiring a quick negotiation for an alternative, nearby location.
Final Confirmation Before Arrival
Before the driver arrives, a quick message or call to confirm 'I'll be waiting at X' or 'Are you at Y?' to ensure both parties are on the same page.