Responding to Driver's Confirmation
The driver might acknowledge your request with a nod, a brief word, or by signaling the stop. You need to understand their confirmation.
Dialogue
Listen and follow along with the conversation
Vocabulary
Essential words and phrases from the dialogue
excuse me
A polite way to get someone's attention, like saying 'sorry to bother you' before asking for help. Use it when interrupting someone, such as on a bus.
driver
A person who operates a vehicle, like a bus or taxi. In this context, it refers to the bus driver you are speaking to.
next stop
The upcoming place where the bus will halt. Use this phrase to request getting off at the following station.
please
A magic word to make requests polite. Add it to the end of a sentence to show courtesy, especially when asking for a favor.
got it
Informal way to say 'I understand' or 'okay, I know.' It's a quick response to confirm you've heard and accepted information.
no problem
A casual reply meaning 'you're welcome' or 'it's okay.' Use it to acknowledge thanks politely and show no trouble was caused.
Key Sentences
Important phrases to remember and practice
Excuse me, driver. Next stop, please.
This is a polite request to alert the bus driver to stop at the next station. 'Excuse me' gets attention, 'driver' addresses the person, and 'please' adds politeness. Useful for public transport when you want to get off soon; practice it to sound natural and courteous.
Got it.
A short, informal confirmation meaning 'understood' or 'okay.' It's useful as a quick response to show you've heard a request. No complex grammar here; it's common in everyday conversations to keep things efficient.
Thanks.
A simple expression of gratitude after someone helps you. Use it right after the action, like confirming a stop. It's essential for polite interactions and helps build good habits in English speaking.
No problem.
This responds to thanks, meaning 'it's fine' or 'you're welcome.' It's casual and reassuring. Use it in service situations like with drivers or waiters to end the exchange positively; it's a common idiom for intermediate learners to master.