Calling Out to the Driver (No Button Available)
There's no stop button visible or functioning, so you need to politely call out to the driver to request the next stop.
Dialogue
Listen and follow along with the conversation
Vocabulary
Essential words and phrases from the dialogue
excuse me
A polite phrase used to get someone's attention, especially in public situations like on a bus.
driver
The person who operates a vehicle, such as a bus; use this to address the bus operator politely.
stop
A verb meaning to halt or pause a vehicle at a designated point; common in transport contexts.
announcement
A public message broadcast over speakers, like on a bus to inform about upcoming stops.
coming up
An informal phrase meaning something is approaching or happening soon, often used for locations or events.
Key Sentences
Important phrases to remember and practice
Excuse me, driver?
This is a polite way to interrupt and get the driver's attention; use it when you need to speak to someone in a service role. The question mark makes it sound like a gentle call.
Could you please stop at the next stop?
A polite request using 'could you please' for courtesy; useful for asking to halt at a specific point. 'Next stop' refers to the upcoming bus station.
No problem.
A casual response meaning 'it's okay' or 'happy to help'; common in service situations to acknowledge a request positively.
Just making sure, do you hear the announcement for 'Main Street' coming up?
This sentence confirms details politely with 'just making sure'; 'coming up' indicates soon arrival. Useful for verifying information in conversations.
Yes, that's the one. Thank you!
A confirmation response where 'that's the one' means 'that's correct'; always end with 'thank you' for politeness. Great for agreeing and showing gratitude.