take a taxi

take a taxi(
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A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
transitive verb phrase
a. tomar un taxi
It's easier to take a taxi to the theater.Es más fácil tomar un taxi al teatro.
b. ir en taxi
If you don't take a taxi, you might be late.Si no vas en taxi, llegarás tarde.
c. coger un taxi
Clarisa takes a taxi to work when it's raining.Clarisa coge un taxi para ir al trabajo cuando llueve.
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. toma un taxi
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
(singular)
Here's 20 dollars. Take a taxi!Aquí tienes 20 pesos. ¡Toma un taxi!
b. coge un taxi
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
(singular)
Take a taxi It's too late to walk.¡Coge un taxi! Es muy tarde para caminar.
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