Real Talk #026 – Buying a bus ticket

Navigating public transportation in a new area is stressful enough without a language barrier. But have no fear! In this much-requested episode, Andrew and Suzanne introduce natural expressions used when buying a ticket at the bus terminal.











Fun facts
The word bus comes from the Latin word omnibus, meaning “for all.” This is fitting, because it is a vehicle that can be shared by many people at one time. The first bus system, which used horse-drawn carriages, was created in France in 1823.


Expressions included in the study guide



* When’s the next bus for [place]?
* Stuffy
* Ma’am
* Carry-on
* To tear off
* To weigh [something]
* To leave extra time



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