Initial Greeting & Destination Confirmation
The rider gets into the car, greets the driver, and confirms their destination to ensure the driver is heading the correct way.
Dialogue
Listen and follow along with the conversation
Vocabulary
Essential words and phrases from the dialogue
confirming
This means checking or making sure that information is correct, often used in conversations to avoid mistakes, like confirming a destination.
heading
This is a way to say 'going towards' or 'traveling to' a place, commonly used when talking about directions or routes.
GPS
Stands for Global Positioning System, it's a device or app in cars that shows directions and maps to help navigate.
sound good
A casual phrase meaning 'is that okay' or 'does that seem fine,' used to ask for agreement on a plan or suggestion.
on the same page
An idiom meaning everyone understands and agrees on the same thing, like being in sync during a conversation.
no problem
A friendly response meaning 'it's okay' or 'you're welcome,' used to show that something is not a bother.
Key Sentences
Important phrases to remember and practice
Hi there! Emily for Uber.
This is a polite greeting and introduction when entering a rideshare car. 'Hi there' is casual and friendly, and 'for Uber' specifies the service. Use it to start a conversation naturally; it's useful for intermediate learners to sound welcoming.
Just confirming, you're heading to the State Street Theater, right?
This sentence uses 'just confirming' to politely check details, with 'right?' seeking agreement. The grammar is a question tag for confirmation. It's practical for drivers or riders to avoid errors in directions.
That's right! State Street Theater, 123 Main Street.
A simple agreement response using 'that's right' to confirm, followed by repeating the address for clarity. This pattern reinforces information and is useful in service situations to show understanding.
Got it. Looks like the GPS has us going down Elm first, then a left onto Main. Sound good?
'Got it' means 'I understand,' and the sentence describes a route using prepositions like 'down' and 'onto.' 'Sound good?' asks for approval. This is great for explaining plans and checking agreement in travel talks.
Yes, that sounds perfect. Thanks for confirming!
This shows positive agreement with 'sounds perfect' and thanks the speaker. The gerund 'confirming' after 'thanks for' is a common grammar structure. Use it to politely acknowledge help during rides.
No problem! Just want to make sure we're on the same page. Let's get you there.
'No problem' responds casually to thanks, and 'on the same page' is an idiom for agreement. 'Let's get you there' suggests starting the action. This full response builds rapport and is ideal for ending confirmations positively.