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Lesson 7: Catching public transport

Buy and use a transport card, ask which bus or train to take, and understand announcements. About 10 minutes.

Updated 2026-10-14

Starter · A1 Lesson 7 of 30 · Listen · Speak · Check

1. Key phrases

Press 🔊 to hear each phrase, then say it out loud.

  • Does this bus go to the city? Check the route.
  • Which platform for Parramatta? Ask where to catch a train.
  • Where do I top up my card? Add money to your transport card.
  • Tap on and tap off. Touch your card when you get on and off.
  • Is this the right stop for the hospital? Check where to get off.
  • The next stop is Central. A common announcement.
  • Excuse me, is this seat taken? Ask before you sit next to someone.
  • I think I missed my stop. Explain a problem.

2. Listen to the conversation

Play the conversation, then press Practise as "Kofi" to take a part yourself.

3. Say it yourself

Listen, then say each sentence. Fill in your own details where you see "…". In Chrome, Edge or Safari, press 🎤 and your browser checks how clearly you said it.

4. Quick check

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Good to know in Australia

🇦🇺 Each city has its own card: Opal in Sydney, Myki in Melbourne, go card in Brisbane, metroCARD in Adelaide and SmartRider in Perth. In many cities you can also tap on with a bank card or phone.