Basic Details
Word: Carfare
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The amount of money you need to pay for a journey on a bus, taxi, or other forms of public transport.
Synonyms: Fare, ticket price
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Foot the bill: To pay for something. Example: "If you're short on cash, I can foot the bill for your carfare this time."
- Keep the wheels turning: To ensure that something continues to function effectively. Example: "The monthly carfare subsidy helps keep the wheels turning for many commuters."
Usage Examples
Example 1: She had just enough carfare to get home from school on the bus.
Example 2: The city's new policy allows students to travel for half the carfare during the summer holidays.
Example 3: When the taxi arrived, I realised I hadnt brought enough cash for the carfare.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "carfare" is derived from the word "fare," which originally referred to the payment for a journey in a vehicle? The word has been around since the 15th century!
Famous Quote
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." - Lao Tzu. This quote reminds us that every little expense, like carfare, is a step towards where we want to go.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "carfare" mean?
a) A type of vehicle
b) The price to pay for transport
c) A place to eat
d) A kind of ticket for a concert
Answer: b) The price to pay for transport
2. Which of these is a synonym of "carfare"?
a) Fare
b) Fuel
c) Vehicle
d) Ticket
Answer: a) Fare
3. Which sentence uses "carfare" correctly?
a) I bought a new carfare today.
b) The train carfare was more expensive than I expected.
c) She painted her carfare pink.
d) The carfare flew in the sky.
Answer: b) The train carfare was more expensive than I expected.
4. Which idiom means to pay for something?
a) Foot the bill
b) Keep the wheels turning
c) A penny for your thoughts
d) Hit the road
Answer: a) Foot the bill
5. What is the opposite of "carfare"?
a) N/A
b) Bus ride
c) Travel voucher
d) Train schedule
Answer: a) N/A
