택시 (taek-si, taeksi)
택시 (taeksi) is a common transport method in Korea. Let's learn its meaning and usage.
Core meaning and shades learners miss.
택시 means a car that carries passengers to their destination.
Nuances
When to use
Everyday conversation, Travel, Business trip
In context
택시 is a noun used to refer to a mode of transportation. It is appropriate in both casual and formal contexts.
서울에서 택시를 타고 집에 갔어요.
seo-ul-e-seo taek-si-reul ta-go jip-e gass-eo-yo., seo ul e seo taek si reul ta go jip e gass eo yo.
The expression 'take a taxi' is natural and correct.
택시가 너무 비싸서 버스를 탔어요.
taek-si-ga neo-mu bi-ssa-seo beo-seu-reul tass-eo-yo., taek si ga neo mu bi ssa seo beo seu reul tass eo yo.
Saying taxi is expensive and taking the bus is natural.
택시가 공항에 운전했어요.
taek-si-ga gong-hang-e un-jeon-haess-eo-yo., taek si ga gong hang e un jeon haess eo yo.
Taxi is a vehicle, so 'drove' as subject is inappropriate.
택시를 불러 주세요.
taek-si-reul bul-reo ju-se-yo., taek si reul bul reo ju se yo.
‘Call a taxi’ is a natural expression for requesting a taxi.
택시가 빨리 왔어요.
taek-si-ga ppal-ri wass-eo-yo., taek si ga ppal ri wass eo yo.
It is natural to say the taxi arrived quickly.
What is a 택시?
Which is the correct way to say 'call a taxi'?
