[English 101] 公交通勤 - 公共交通和方向词汇

Teaching Material

1. The bus will approach the stop in two minutes.
• approach (verb) - 接近、驶近，用于描述公交或车辆在车站附近或即将到达的状态。
• 当公交或车辆即将到站时，可用此词强调即将到达的动作。在问路或等待公交时，搭配时间和方向语境使用。
• A: Is our bus approaching? B: Yes, I see it turning the corner.
2. The arrival of the next bus is scheduled for 8:15 AM.
• arrival (noun) - 抵达、到达，可指公交抵达或人到达某一站点或目的地。
• 当谈及公交何时到站或人何时到达时常用，用于说明具体时间表或预计时间。可搭配“time”形成“arrival time”。
• A: What's the arrival time for our bus? B: It arrives in about 5 minutes.
3. Please keep your bag clear of the aisle.
• aisle (noun) - 过道，公交车或其他交通工具中供乘客通行的狭长区域。
• 用来描述车内过道或座位之间的走道，提醒他人不要挡住通道，常见于提醒人们注意礼貌与安全。
• A: Where should I stand? B: Stand in the aisle so people can pass by.
4. Passengers can exit through the back door.
• back door (noun) - 后门，公交车或其他交通工具上的后部出入口。
• 公交车上常分前后门上下客，强调乘客下车时按指示使用后门，提高效率并避免拥挤。
• A: Should I get off here? B: Yes, use the back door for a quicker exit.
5. Our bus had a breakdown on the way to the station.
• breakdown (noun) - 故障，用于形容公交车或交通工具突然无法正常行驶。
• 在公交或车辆出现机械或技术问题时可用此词。提及时通常会讨论换乘、等待维修或其他应对策略。
• A: Why are we so late? B: The bus had a breakdown and we had to wait for another one.
6. I take the bus to work every morning.
• bus (noun) - 公交车，用于城市或地区内载客的公共交通工具。
• 城市通勤最常见的公共交通工具。可与“catch the bus”或“take the bus”搭配使用，指搭乘公交出行。
• A: How do you get to the office? B: I usually catch the bus from Maple Street.
• coach - 在谈及跨城市或长途路线时，“coach”是更恰当的用词，突显更舒适或更远距离的乘坐方式。
7. Don’t forget to top up your bus card before you travel.
• bus card (noun) - 公交卡，用于搭乘公共交通时刷卡支付车费。
• 在城市中常用来支付公交或地铁费用，便捷且优惠。提醒他人记得充值或携带时使用。
• A: Do you have your bus card ready? B: Yes, I just reloaded it yesterday.
8. Cars are not allowed in the bus lane during peak hours.
• bus lane (noun) - 公交专用道，为公交车设立的专门行驶车道。
• 在讨论公交优先权或城市交通规划时使用，可解释为什么一些车道仅限公交通行。
• A: Why is there a separate lane? B: That's the bus lane to keep buses on schedule.
9. I bought a monthly bus pass to save money on my commute.
• bus pass (noun) - 公交通行证或月票，多次乘坐公交时使用的票证。
• 常用于频繁乘坐公交的人，方便且划算。可与“monthly”或“annual”搭配。
• A: How do you pay for your rides? B: I use a bus pass for unlimited trips.
10. Check the bus schedule online before leaving home.
• bus schedule (noun) - 公交时刻表，用于查询公交到站或发车时间。
• 帮助规划出行时间，减少等待。搭配“check”或“look at”使用，确保出门前有所准备。
• A: When's the next bus? B: According to the bus schedule, it arrives in 10 minutes.
11. Meet me at the bus stop near the pharmacy.
• bus stop (noun) - 公交车站，乘客上下车的固定位置。
• 日常乘坐公交的重要地点，在问路或指引时尤其关键，需标明准确位置。
• A: Where should I wait for you? B: Wait at the bus stop on King Street.
12. Use caution when crossing in front of the bus.
• caution (noun) - 小心、谨慎，提醒在公交或道路环境中需要注意。
• 可在乘车或过马路时使用，提醒对方注意车辆、路况或安全风险，用于官方提示或口头提醒。
• A: Should I run across? B: Better use caution, the light is about to change.
13. Make sure you have enough change for the fare.
• change (noun) - 零钱或找零，乘坐公交时可能需要的硬币或小额钞票。
• 在需付现金车费时使用，确保有足够的零钱避免司机无法找零的情况。
• A: The driver doesn’t accept large bills. B: I have some change in my pocket.
14. Many commuters rely on the bus for daily travel.
• commuter (noun) - 通勤者，指经常往返于住处和工作地点的人员。
• 描绘每日固定上下班的人群，公共交通讨论中常见，便于分析早晚高峰的人流。
• A: Why is the bus so crowded? B: It’s rush hour, and all the commuters are on board.
15. The bus stop is right around the corner.
• corner (noun) - 拐角或街角，常用于指路或描述公交站点位置。
• 在给出行路线或指示时，可以用“around the corner”表示拐角处或不远处。
• A: Where’s the pharmacy? B: Turn left at the corner, you’ll see the bus stop as well.
16. The bus is always a crowd in the morning.
• crowd (noun) - 人群或拥挤，形容公交或车站内人很多的情况。
• 在早晚高峰或节假日常出现，强调公交拥挤程度，需要留意安全和秩序。
• A: Can we find seats? B: It’s a big crowd today; we might have to stand.
17. I bought a day pass to explore the city by bus.
• day pass (noun) - 一日通票，可以在一天内无限次乘坐公交。
• 适合短期或一天内多次搭乘公交，便于一日游或需频繁换乘的乘客。
• A: How much is a day pass? B: It's cheaper than buying separate tickets if you ride multiple times.
18. Our bus is running on a delay due to heavy traffic.
• delay (noun) - 延误，指公交、火车等未能按时到达的状况。
• 城市交通中常见，提醒出行时间需要预留余量，或向他人说明到达时间可能延后。
• A: Why are we still here? B: There’s a delay caused by an accident ahead.
19. The bus departure is scheduled for 7:30 AM.
• departure (noun) - 出发，指公交或人从某地离开的时间或行为。
• 与“arrival”相对，经常配合时刻表或提醒使用，确保把握准时出发。
• A: What’s our departure time? B: We should leave by 6:45 to catch the early bus.
20. I need to confirm the destination before boarding the bus.
• destination (noun) - 目的地，乘客或车辆想要到达的终点。
• 在问路或上车前确认去向时必用，确保路线正确，避免坐反方向或错过站点。
• A: What's your destination? B: I'm heading to the city center.
21. Ask the driver for the correct direction if you’re unsure.
• direction (noun) - 方向或指引，可用于指路或说明公交线路的走向。
• 在公共交通和导航中必不可少，辨别往哪个方位或终点站，避免乘错路线。
• A: Which direction is this bus going? B: It heads east toward the city center.
22. The bus driver waits for passengers to sit down before moving.
• driver (noun) - 司机，驾驶公交车或其他交通工具的人。
• 搭乘公共交通时常提及，与“driver’s seat”等词相关，也可用来寻求指路或帮助。
• A: Did you thank the driver? B: Yes, I said thanks when I got off.
23. You need a driver’s license to drive a public bus.
• driver’s license (noun) - 驾驶执照，证明具备合法驾驶资格的证件。
• 谈及公交司机或个人开车时必要条件，可侧面说明安全与正规性。
• A: Can anyone operate a bus? B: You need a special driver’s license for that.
24. This bus requires exact fare; the driver does not provide change.
• exact fare (noun) - 准确车费，指乘客需要准备正好金额的现金或硬币。
• 少数公交车不提供找零，须携带足额零钱以免无法顺利付费或耽误行程。
• A: I only have big bills. B: They need exact fare. You might need to get change first.
25. Take the express bus if you want to reach downtown faster.
• express bus (noun) - 快线公交，停站少、速度较快的公交线路。
• 在赶时间或行驶距离较远时选择，停靠站较少，更省时。
• A: Why skip the regular bus? B: The express bus is quicker during rush hour.
26. What’s the bus fare from here to the station?
• fare (noun) - 车费，乘坐公交或其他交通工具所需支付的费用。
• 常用来询问或说明乘车费用，可与“ticket”或“card”结合，讨论付款方式。
• A: How much is the fare? B: Two dollars for a single ride.
27. Please fasten your seatbelt for your own safety on this highway route.
• fasten seatbelt (verb phrase) - 系好安全带，一些城际或高速行驶的公交会要求乘客系安全带。
• 在安全规定严格的线路或车种时常见，用于提醒乘客在行驶中系好安全带。
• A: Do I really need to fasten my seatbelt on the bus? B: Yes, it’s required on this route.
28. Please enter through the front door and exit through the rear door.
• front door (noun) - 前门，公交车或其他交通工具上的前部出入口。
• 大多数公交采用前门上车后门下车的方式，便于售票或刷卡管理。
• A: Can I get on from the back door? B: No, the driver wants passengers to enter from the front door.
29. The bus is equipped with GPS for real-time tracking.
• GPS (noun) - 全球定位系统，用于定位公交或查找路线。
• 现代公交管理常见工具，乘客可借助相关app实时查看公交位置，合理安排乘车。
• A: How do you know where the bus is now? B: I checked the GPS on the transit app.
30. Hold onto the handrail while the bus is moving.
• handrail (noun) - 扶手，公交车内供乘客抓握以保持平衡的横杆或支撑。
• 城市公交通常设有扶手以防乘客摔倒，上下车或拥挤时需注意扶好。
• A: Where should I stand? B: Right by the handrail so you won’t lose balance.
31. Grab a handle if there are no seats available.
• handle (noun) - 把手，悬挂在公交车内让站立乘客抓握。
• 与“handrail”类似，用于乘客保持平稳，可在拥挤车况下提供安全支撑。
• A: The bus is moving fast. B: Hold onto the handle for safety.
32. I always bring my headphones for a peaceful bus ride.
• headphones (noun) - 耳机，乘客在公交上听音乐或语音内容时常用。
• 在公共交通上使用耳机可以避免影响周围人，培养良好乘车礼仪。
• A: Why can't I hear your music? B: I'm using my headphones to avoid disturbing others.
33. This bus is inbound, heading to the central station.
• inbound (adjective) - 进城或向市中心方向的线路。
• 多与“outbound”对应，常见于公交、地铁时刻表，表示线路方向。
• A: Is this inbound or outbound? B: It's inbound, going towards downtown.
34. Follow the instructions on the sign to board the correct bus.
• instructions (noun) - 指示或说明，用于公交站牌、应用程序或司机的告知。
• 可指标识牌、语音广播或司机口头提示，帮助乘客正确搭乘、付费与下车。
• A: I’m confused about which stop to use. B: Read the instructions on the notice board.
35. The bus stop is located near the main intersection.
• intersection (noun) - 十字路口或交叉口，在指路或找公交站时经常提及。
• 城市道路交叉处是公交停靠或换乘的常见位置，可用于描述位置方位。
• A: Where do I change buses? B: At the intersection near the post office.
36. My daily journey to work takes about 30 minutes by bus.
• journey (noun) - 旅程或行程，可指公交通勤或长途旅行。
• 既可指日常短途通勤，也可泛指任何出行过程，含义广泛。
• A: How was your journey today? B: Pretty smooth, no delays on the bus.
37. They introduced kneeling buses to make access easier for everyone.
• kneeling bus (noun) - 低地板公交，可降低车身方便乘客上下车，尤其是轮椅人士。
• 现代公交常有的无障碍设计，提高老年人或残障人士的上下车便利。
• A: How do they help wheelchair users? B: The kneeling bus lowers its front to reduce the step height.
38. The bus is running late due to traffic congestion.
• late (adjective) - 迟到或延误，形容未能准时到达的状态。
• 城市交通不确定因素多，会导致公交晚点或个人迟到。常搭配“running late”。
• A: Why are you late? B: The bus was delayed, so I couldn’t get here on time.
39. Take the local bus if you need stops near your neighborhood.
• local bus (noun) - 普通公交，途经多站、停靠频繁的路线。
• 与“express bus”相对，停靠更多站点，适合短距离或细致覆盖不同社区。
• A: Express or local bus? B: Local bus, because I need to get off in the suburbs.
40. Check the route map before deciding where to board.
• map (noun) - 地图，用于了解公交线路、站点分布或城市道路。
• 在陌生线路或新城市时必用，帮助规划出行与站点间的关系；电子或纸质皆可。
• A: How do I find my way around? B: Grab a bus map at the station or use your phone app.
41. The bus had a mechanical issue, causing a half-hour delay.
• mechanical issue (noun) - 机械故障，导致公交车或车辆出现无法正常行驶的问题。
• 与“breakdown”类似，但更侧重零件故障。常在延误或换乘说明中出现。
• A: Why did we stop? B: There’s a mechanical issue, so we have to wait for repairs.
42. A monthly pass is more economical for daily riders.
• monthly pass (noun) - 月票，一个月内可无限或多次使用的公交票证。
• 对经常乘坐公交的人而言非常划算，可避免每次付费的麻烦。
• A: How do you save on fares? B: I always buy a monthly pass.
43. The next stop is the city hall, please be ready to get off.
• next stop (noun phrase) - 下一站，提醒乘客或用于提示即将到达的站点。
• 语音广播或对话中常出现，让乘客做好下车准备，避免错过目的地。
• A: Which stop is next? B: The next stop is Central Park.
44. Fares might be cheaper during off-peak hours.
• off-peak (adjective) - 非高峰时段，乘客量较少、公交相对不拥挤。
• 指早晚高峰以外的时段，通常路况更好，车费或拥挤度也会不同。
• A: Should we take the bus now? B: Yes, it's off-peak, so it'll be less crowded.
45. Once you’re on board, remember to validate your ticket.
• on board (phrase) - 在车上、已登车，用于说明乘客已经上车。
• 强调已在公交或其他交通工具上，可用于电话告知他人自己已上车。
• A: Are you on board now? B: Yes, I just found a seat near the front.
46. This outbound bus goes to the airport on the edge of town.
• outbound (adjective) - 出城或离市中心方向的线路。
• 与“inbound”相对应，常见于时刻表上，明确离开市中心或某核心区域的方向。
• A: Is this bus outbound? B: Yes, it heads toward the suburbs.
47. The bus became overcrowded during rush hour.
• overcrowded (adjective) - 过度拥挤，形容车内或车站人太多。
• 比“crowded”更强化拥挤程度，在极端拥堵时使用，提醒可能需更换时间或路线。
• A: Can we fit inside? B: It’s already overcrowded, we might wait for the next one.
48. You can put your backpack in the overhead storage.
• overhead storage (noun) - 车顶置物架，用于放置随身小型行李或物品。
• 在大巴或带置物架的公交上使用，提醒乘客把物品收好，不要阻塞过道。
• A: Is there space for my luggage? B: Check the overhead storage above the seats.
49. Passengers should remain seated until the bus comes to a full stop.
• passenger (noun) - 乘客，使用公共交通工具的人。
• 公共交通环境中的主体角色，用于讨论安全、座位、文明乘车时常见。
• A: How many passengers are on board? B: It's pretty full, maybe around 50 people.
50. Avoid traveling during peak hour if possible.
• peak hour (noun) - 高峰时段，通常在上下班时间段，公交最拥挤。
• 在早晨或傍晚通勤时段出现，大量乘客涌入公交系统。
• A: Why is the bus so packed? B: It's peak hour; everyone’s going to work.
51. The tour bus will have a pickup point outside the train station.
• pickup point (noun) - 接客点，司机或车辆接送乘客的具体位置。
• 在预订或特别安排的公交、包车时常见，用于指示集合或等车地点。
• A: Where do I wait for the shuttle? B: The pickup point is at the main entrance.
52. Hold onto the pole if you can’t find a seat.
• pole (noun) - 竖立于车内的金属杆，乘客可抓握保持平衡。
• 与“handrail”、“handle”类似，尤其在高峰时段，帮助站立乘客稳固身体。
• A: There's nowhere to sit. B: Just stand and hold the pole.
53. Pre-recorded announcements help you know the next stop.
• pre-recorded announcements (noun) - 预先录制的车内广播，用于报站或提示乘客注意事项。
• 现代公交常见功能，为报站或安全提示，提高乘客对行程的了解。
• A: Which stop is next? B: Just listen to the pre-recorded announcements.
54. Please give up your seat if you’re in the priority seat and see someone in need.
• priority seat (noun) - 优先座，通常为老年人、孕妇或行动不便者预留。
• 体现公共交通礼仪和尊重他人，常见标识在车厢的显眼处。
• A: There's a priority seat. B: Let’s leave it open for elderly passengers.
55. Using public transport can reduce traffic congestion and pollution.
• public transport (noun) - 公共交通，包含公交、地铁、火车等。
• 城市发展与环保的重要环节，讨论通勤方式或倡导绿色出行时必会提到。
• A: Do you drive every day? B: No, I prefer public transport for convenience.
56. Pull the cord if you want to get off at the next stop.
• pull cord (noun) - 拉绳，公交车上供乘客拉动提示司机在下一站停车。
• 部分公交车使用拉绳或按钮提醒司机停车，需拉到或按到明确听到提示音。
• A: How do I let the driver know I need to exit? B: Just pull the cord above your seat.
57. Please form a queue while waiting for the bus.
• queue (noun) - 排队，乘客等车时在站台排好的队伍。
• 尤其在有秩序的公交站人多时使用，建议保持队形，文明候车。
• A: Why is there such a long queue? B: Everyone’s waiting for the same bus.
• line - 在美国，用“line”表示排队情况，与“queue”含义相同；可根据语言习惯选择。
58. Exit through the rear door to avoid blocking boarding passengers.
• rear door (noun) - 后门，公交车上的后部车门，通常用于下车。
• 公交运营常见规定，乘客前门上车、后门下车，保持人流顺畅。
• A: Is it okay to get off at the front? B: Please use the rear door for exiting.
59. You can get a refund for unused tickets at the service counter.
• refund (noun) - 退款，部分公共交通卡或预订票可退还未使用的费用。
• 在办理车票退票或充值卡余额退还时会用到，可涉及手续费或一定规则。
• A: Can I cancel my bus ticket? B: Yes, but the refund might have a small fee.
60. Check the bus route online before you go.
• route (noun) - 线路，公交或其他交通工具行驶的固定线路。
• 公共交通的运行路径，了解并选对线路可有效节省时间；也能在指路中帮助他人。
• A: Which route do I take to the airport? B: Route 10 is the fastest.
61. I usually take route number 15 to reach my office.
• route number (noun) - 线路编号，用于区分公交或地铁的不同路线。
• 识别公交或地铁线路的关键，在询问或分享乘坐信息时必提及。
• A: Do you know the route number for this bus? B: Yes, it's number 23.
62. The bus can be very crowded during rush hour.
• rush hour (noun) - 交通高峰期，通常指上班或下班的繁忙时段。
• 与“peak hour”相似，城市中大量人流集中出行，常见拥堵、延误情况。
• A: Why is the ride so slow? B: It’s rush hour; traffic is heavy.
63. There are no seats left, so I have to stand.
• seat (noun) - 座位，公交车内供乘客坐下的地方。
• 描述乘客是否能就座，在长时间或人多时尤为重要，需礼让优先座。
• A: Is that seat taken? B: No, feel free to sit down.
64. Fasten your seatbelt on the long-distance bus for safety.
• seatbelt (noun) - 安全带，一些公交或长途巴士上配备的安全装置。
• 保障乘客人身安全，尤其高速路段或突发状况时，可以降低伤害风险。
• A: Do I need to wear a seatbelt? B: Yes, it’s safer if the road is bumpy.
65. The bus sometimes takes a shortcut to avoid traffic.
• shortcut (noun) - 捷径，较常规路线更快到达目的地的方式。
• 用于讨论绕行或替代性路线，以节省时间或避免堵车，与司机熟悉路况有关。
• A: Why did the bus turn here? B: This is a shortcut to skip the congested main road.
66. The bus detoured through a side street to avoid construction.
• side street (noun) - 小街或支路，与主干道相连接。
• 在城市布局中指与主路平行或相交的次要道路，可做避堵或绕路。
• A: Why are we going down this narrow lane? B: It's a side street. Probably avoiding traffic.
67. Wait for the green signal before crossing in front of the bus.
• signal (noun) - 交通信号灯或提示信号，在行车中指示通行或注意事项。
• 在上车、过马路或公交启动前都需观察交通灯或司机的指令。
• A: Is the driver waiting for the signal? B: Yes, the traffic light hasn't turned green yet.
68. A single ride costs two dollars for adults.
• single ride (noun) - 单程票或单次乘坐，用于一次性乘坐公交。
• 适合偶尔乘车或游客，若乘坐频繁则可考虑购买通票或充值卡。
• A: Do you want a day pass? B: I only need a single ride today.
69. During rush hour, there are usually many standees in the bus aisle.
• standee (noun) - 站立乘客，公交无座时需要站立的人。
• 形容车厢内没有座位后只能站立的乘客，提醒需抓稳扶手或把手以保安全。
• A: All seats are full. B: I'll have to join the other standees near the door.
70. Press the stop button if you want to get off at the next stop.
• stop button (noun) - 停靠按钮，按下后提醒司机在下一站停车。
• 现代公交普遍装设，用于代替拉绳等传统方式，保证司机及时获知乘客需求。
• A: How do I signal the driver? B: Use the stop button near your seat.
71. I prefer the subway when I’m in a hurry, but the bus is cheaper.
• subway (noun) - 地铁，城市公共交通的一种快速轨道系统。
• 与公交同属公共交通，但速度更快、准点率更高；在大城市常见。可视行程需求来选择。
• A: Did you take the bus? B: No, the subway was faster this time.
72. You can summon a bus by waving at some stops in rural areas.
• summon (verb) - 叫车或召唤车辆，通常用于打出租或需公交停车。
• 在部分地区或灵活路线的公交系统中可能使用，乘客通过挥手等方式让车辆停靠。
• A: There’s no official stop here. B: You might try to summon the bus if it slows down.
73. The bus has a surveillance camera for passenger safety.
• surveillance camera (noun) - 监控摄像头，车内或站台用于安全监控的设备。
• 现代公交保障乘客安全的重要设备，也可用来追踪财物丢失或纠纷。
• A: Is it safe on late buses? B: Yes, there's a surveillance camera inside.
74. The bus reaches the terminal at 10 PM.
• terminal (noun) - 终点站或公交总站，是公交线路起点或终点所在。
• 通常是交通枢纽或换乘中心，可在此进行线路转换或购买车票、查询信息。
• A: Where does this route end? B: It goes all the way to the main terminal downtown.
75. You need a valid ticket before boarding the bus.
• ticket (noun) - 车票或凭证，乘坐公交时购买的纸质或电子票。
• 无论纸质或电子形式，确保在上车前或上车后立刻购票、打票，避免罚款。
• A: Where do I get a ticket? B: You can buy one at the kiosk or from the driver.
76. Use the ticket machine to buy a single ride or top up your card.
• ticket machine (noun) - 售票机，自动售票或充值的设备。
• 在车站或公交车上常见，可自行操作购票或充值；多语言界面方便外地乘客。
• A: I don’t have change. B: The ticket machine accepts cards or bills.
77. The bus timetable shows a departure every 15 minutes.
• timetable (noun) - 时间表，与“schedule”相似，列出公交发车或到站时间。
• 与“bus schedule”互换使用，在城市或区域公交站牌、官网或app可查。
• A: How often does the bus run? B: According to the timetable, twice an hour.
78. Remember to top up your bus card if the balance is low.
• top up (phrasal verb) - 充值，为公交卡或账户增加余额。
• 在公交卡系统中常见，可在自动售票机或便利店充值，保持余额充足。
• A: My card just ran out of money. B: Let’s top up at the vending machine.
79. Heavy traffic might delay the bus this morning.
• traffic (noun) - 交通流量或拥堵状况，影响公交准点率的主要因素。
• 城市通勤绕不开的话题，会导致路程延误或排队时间增长，乘客需留意。
• A: Why is the bus so slow? B: Traffic is terrible today.
80. You can transfer to the express route at the central station.
• transfer (verb / noun) - 换乘，乘客从一条公交线路切换到另一条线路。
• 对于多线路通行的旅程，可节省费用与时间。不同城市有不同换乘政策。
• A: Do I need to pay again when I transfer? B: Not if you have a transfer ticket or bus pass.
81. Use a transit app to track real-time bus arrivals.
• transit app (noun) - 公交应用程序，提供公交到站查询、路线规划等功能。
• 现代化出行常用工具，可随时查看公交位置或查找转乘方案，提高通勤效率。
• A: How do you know the bus will be here soon? B: I checked the transit app on my phone.
82. Public transportation is the most cost-effective way to travel in the city.
• transportation (noun) - 交通工具或交通系统的总称，包括公交、地铁、出租车等。
• 在宏观层面谈及出行方式或基础设施时用，可与“public”或“mass”搭配。
• A: How do you get around? B: I rely on public transportation for everything.
83. The bus will turn left at the next intersection.
• turn left (verb phrase) - 向左转，公交车或个人导航时常用的方向指令。
• 简明扼要的方位用语，公交报站或指路时常常出现，可结合地标说明。
• A: Where do I go from here? B: Turn left and walk straight for two blocks.
84. After you see the bank, turn right onto Pine Street.
• turn right (verb phrase) - 向右转，和“turn left”相对应的方向指令。
• 在车上或路途中进行导航时必不可少，注意与“turn left”配合区分路线。
• A: How do I find the bus stop? B: Turn right at the next corner, it's on your left.
85. That’s an unavailable seat marked for repairs.
• unavailable seat (noun phrase) - 不可用座位，可能因故障、破损或特殊保留而无法使用。
• 提醒乘客该座位暂时无法使用，通常会有标志或提示避免乘坐。
• A: Can I sit there? B: No, it’s an unavailable seat, sorry.
86. You need to validate your ticket in the machine near the front.
• validate (verb) - 验证或打票，指在上车后对车票进行确认的动作。
• 欧洲等地常见上车后在机子上“打票”流程，确保车票即时生效。
• A: Do I have to validate this paper ticket? B: Yes, otherwise it’s not considered valid.
87. You can recharge your bus card at the vending machine.
• vending machine (noun) - 自动贩卖机，有时也售卖或充值公交卡。
• 常见于大车站或地铁站，不仅售零食饮品，也可购票或充值。
• A: Where can I buy a bus ticket? B: Use the vending machine by the station entrance.
88. Please stay in the waiting area until the bus arrives.
• waiting area (noun) - 候车区，乘客在车站等待公交的指定地点。
• 通常有座椅或遮阳雨棚，乘客在此排队或等车，可避免影响行人和交通。
• A: Where should I stand for the bus? B: Go to the covered waiting area over there.
89. It’s only a five-minute walk from the station to my office.
• walk (verb) - 步行或行走，可描述到达公交站的方式或短距离移动。
• 在公交不直达时，常需步行连接短距离，指示远近时非常常用。
• A: How do I reach the next bus stop? B: You can walk two blocks north.
90. This bus is equipped with a wheelchair ramp at the front door.
• wheelchair ramp (noun) - 轮椅坡道，为轮椅使用者或推婴儿车人士提供方便上下车的斜坡。
• 无障碍设施，在人性化公共交通中常见，帮助行动不便者顺利登车。
• A: How does my grandmother get on? B: The driver can lower the wheelchair ramp.
91. Some long-distance buses offer free Wi-Fi for passengers.
• Wi-Fi (noun) - 无线网络，在部分公交或站台提供的免费或付费网络。
• 现代化公交服务的亮点之一，便于乘客在车内上网、办公或娱乐。
• A: Can I work during the trip? B: Yes, they have onboard Wi-Fi.
92. I prefer a window seat so I can enjoy the view.
• window seat (noun phrase) - 靠窗座位，乘客可透过车窗欣赏外景。
• 部分乘客喜欢靠窗座位以减少晕车并享受景色，讨论座位时可提出偏好。
• A: Is there a window seat available? B: Yes, one near the rear door.
93. This express route goes through five blocks without stopping.
• without stopping (phrase) - 不停站地通过，形容部分班次或快线只在主要站点停车。
• 在快车或部分跳站线路上使用，说明中途不停车或只在关键站停车。
• A: Why is the ride so quick? B: Because we go through several stops without stopping.
94. The city uses a zoned fare system, so check which zone you’re traveling in.
• zoned fare (noun phrase) - 分区票价，根据不同地理区域或距离收费。
• 有些城市根据距离或地区划分票价，乘客需留意自己行程在第几区。
• A: Why did the fare change? B: We crossed into a new zone, so it’s a zoned fare.
95. If you’re traveling outside your zone, you’ll pay more.
• zone (noun) - 区域，用于公共交通费率或地理划分。
• 与“zoned fare”结合使用，说明市内或地区划分，影响票价或线路覆盖。
• A: Which zone is my destination? B: It’s in zone 3, so you’ll need the extended fare.
96. Use the crosswalk to reach the bus stop on the other side.
• crosswalk (noun) - 人行横道，供行人安全过马路。
• 在城市环境下保障行人安全的关键设施，提醒注意遵守交通规则。
• A: Should I cross here? B: No, walk to the crosswalk for safety.
97. The bus driver announced the next stop clearly.
• bus driver (noun) - 公交司机，专门负责驾驶公交车的人员。
• 与“driver”类似，但更具体指驾驶公交的专业人士，可寻求路线或乘车规则的帮助。
• A: Should we ask the bus driver about the route? B: Yes, they’ll know the best stop for you.
98. Grandma prefers the front seat to avoid climbing too far in.
• front seat (noun phrase) - 前排座位，靠近司机或前门的座位。
• 对行动不便者或想尽快下车的人较为方便，也可减少晕车感。
• A: Where should we sit? B: Let’s pick the front seat so we can get off easily.
99. The driver parked the bus in the loading bay for passengers to board safely.
• loading bay (noun) - 车辆装载区，公交或长途车在此上下客或装卸行李。
• 常见于大巴车站或机场穿梭巴士，用于存放行李，乘客需确认行李取放。
• A: Where do I put my suitcase? B: Ask the driver to open the loading bay underneath.
100. You can find multiple routes at the main bus station.
• bus station (noun) - 公交车站或客运站，公交线路的集中出发或终点场所。
• 规模大于普通 bus stop，往往有多个发车位和售票服务，便于长途或多线路换乘。
• A: Where do I catch the out-of-town bus? B: Go to the central bus station, gate 5.
101. I need to recharge my bus card before the ride.
• recharge (verb) - 充值，为交通卡或电子账户补足余额，类似“top up”。
• 与“top up”同义，视个人表达习惯选择；在购买或补足公交卡余额时使用。
• A: I’m running low on balance. B: You can recharge at the station kiosk.