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passenger

Pronunciation: [ˈpæsɪndʒər]

Word

Learn how to use passenger in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “travel”

(noun) a person who is traveling in a vehicle but is not driving it. This could be on a bus, train, airplane, or any type of transport. If you are sitting in a car but not the one behind the wheel, you are a passenger.

Example

The passenger on the train smiled as it moved through the beautiful countryside.

Example

The passenger did not enjoy the long delays during the journey.

Example

How many passengers are on the bus today?

Context: “transportation”

(noun) any person who pays to travel on a vehicle, like a taxi or an airplane. They buy a ticket and sit in a seat while someone else takes them to their destination.

Example

Each passenger on the flight received a complimentary snack.

Example

There weren't enough seats for every passenger on the full bus.

Example

Did the passenger remember to keep their ticket safe?

How to pronounce passenger

Pronunciation: [ˈpæsɪndʒər]

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Sets with this word

Lessons with this word

  • Level A2

    Arrival

    Land, pass immigration and customs and leave the airport: English words for arrivals, baggage claim, lost luggage, shuttles and taxis, with audio.

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  • Level A2

    Going through security

    Pass airport security without stress: English words for the belt, the tray, liquids, the scanner and the metal detector, with audio.

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