noun phrase · informal
ride-sharing service
UK/ˈraɪd ˌʃeərɪŋ ˈsɜːvɪs/US/ˈraɪd ˌʃerɪŋ ˈsɜrvɪs/RIDE·sharing SER·vice
a service (often app-based) that matches passengers with drivers of private vehicles for single trips
Examples
“Many students rely on a ride-sharing service late at night for safety.”
“Ride-sharing services have changed how people travel in cities.”
“Some cities regulate ride-sharing services to ensure passenger safety.”
Band 8 sentence
“While ride-sharing services offer convenience, cities must balance them with regulations to avoid worsening congestion.”
Collocations
- use a ride-sharing service
- book a ride
- ride-sharing app
Word family
Common mistakes
I take Uber yesterday.→I took an Uber yesterday.
I use ride-sharing service.→I use a ride-sharing service.
Say it for a higher band
5take a taxi→6use an app→7+ride-sharing service
Synonyms
ride-hailing service
Easily confused
taxi
“Instead of waiting for a taxi, we booked a ride-sharing service through the app.”
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