🚇 Stuck on the subway while the doors are closing?

China's subways are convenient, but during rush hour, they are a battlefield. If you just whisper "sorry," you might miss your stop!

In this episode, Alex learns that being polite doesn't mean being silent. Lulu teaches the "Subway Combo"—the perfect balance between politeness and efficiency to part the sea of people without being rude.

📝 Key Vocabulary:

• 不好意思 (Bù hǎo yì si): Excuse me / Sorry. (Polite, but often too soft for loud crowds).
• 借过 (Jiè guò): "Borrow passage" / Let me pass. (The functional way to ask people to move).
• 我要下车 (Wǒ yào xià chē): I want to get off! (Use this as an announcement when the doors are about to close).
• Combo: "不好意思，借过一下" (Excuse me, let me pass a bit).

💡 Cultural Insight:

In Western culture, announcing "I am getting off!" might seem aggressive. In a crowded Chinese city, it is seen as helpful information. It signals to others that they need to make space for you immediately. Don't shove—use your voice!

🎧 Tune in to survive Beijing Line 10 rush hour!