Getting Off Public Transport
You are on a crowded bus, train, or subway and need to get off at a stop, but people are blocking the exit. You need to politely ask them to make way.
Dialogue4
Excuse me, I'm trying to get off here. Could I just squeeze by?
Oh, sorry! Of course. Let me just move back a bit.
Thanks so much, I appreciate it.
No problem at all.
Vocabulary5
- excuse me
A polite way to get someone's attention or ask for permission, like saying 'sorry to bother you' before making a request.
- squeeze by
To move through a tight or crowded space by pushing gently; useful for describing passing in narrow areas like on public transport.
- move back
To step or shift backward to create more space; a simple phrase for helping others pass in crowded situations.
- appreciate
To feel grateful for someone's help; often used to express thanks politely in everyday interactions.
- no problem
A casual way to say 'you're welcome' or 'it's okay'; shows you're happy to help without any issue.
Key Sentences4
- 1
Excuse me, I'm trying to get off here. Could I just squeeze by?
This is a polite request to pass through a crowd; 'Excuse me' starts politely, 'Could I just...' uses a soft question form for permission, useful when needing space on public transport.
- 2
Oh, sorry! Of course. Let me just move back a bit.
A helpful response showing apology and agreement; 'Of course' means 'yes, naturally,' and 'Let me just...' offers action; great for responding to requests in social settings.
- 3
Thanks so much, I appreciate it.
An expression of gratitude; 'Thanks so much' emphasizes thanks, and 'I appreciate it' adds sincerity; use this after someone helps you to build positive interactions.
- 4
No problem at all.
A friendly reply to thanks; 'at all' softens it to mean 'not even a little trouble'; common in casual English to acknowledge help given.