Synonyms for

Taxis

Verb / ˈtæksi:z / Another word for taxis — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Taxis means a vehicle that you pay to take you somewhere, usually a car.

Synonyms & similar words

hack cab taxi taxicab cab car coach hack limo minivan taxicab ride transportation vehicle shuttle bus van auto automobile wagon sedan carriage motor truck

Synonyms by register

Formal

hackney carriage hire car livery vehicle

Informal

cab ride

Literary

carriage motorcar

Antonyms

walking cycling public transport personal vehicle hitchhiking carpooling

Common collocations

  • hail a taxi
  • take a taxi
  • taxi driver
  • taxi stand
  • taxi fare
  • taxi service
  • book a taxi
  • taxi rank

Word family

noun taxi
verb taxi

Usage note

The word 'taxi' can also be used as a verb, meaning to move an aircraft along the ground before takeoff or after landing.

Example sentences

  1. I took a taxi to school because my car wouldn't start.
  2. My mom called a taxi to take us to the airport.
  3. The taxi driver was very friendly and talked to us the whole way.
  4. I always feel like a celebrity when I ride in a taxi.
  5. We split the cost of the taxi ride to the concert.

Quotes

  • I always take a taxi in New York because I need to be able to move fast.
  • A taxi driver needs to be able to listen to directions and follow traffic laws.
  • The best thing about taking a taxi is that you don't have to worry about parking.

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