pathos Entered English in the 1500s The Greek word pathos means suffering, experience, or emotion. It was borrowed into English in the 16th century, and for English speakers, the term usually refers to the emotions produced by tragedy or a depiction of tragedy. Pathos has quite a few kin in English. A pathetic sight moves us to pity.
Most taxis will charge a flat fee for any ride. This taxi price can vary from $1-$4. Some taxi companies then add a certain amount per 1/4 mile, 1/2 mile, or full mile. This cost usually ends up being between $1-$3 per mile. Therefore, if you need to travel 10 miles, a taxi ride will cost $11-$24. Other taxi companies add a certain amount per minute rather than per mile. This rate can be $.50-$3 per minute. Therefore, if you need to travel 10 miles and it takes 15-20 minutes to reach your destination, this ride will cost $11-$64.
Here are some of their other standard tipping recommendations: 1  Restaurant server: 15 to 18 percent, 20 percent for good service, 10 percent for poor service. 2  Bartender: $1 per drink or 15 percent of tab, whichever is greater. 3  Valet: $2 to return your car. 4  Restroom attendant: 50 cents to $1. 5  Taxi driver: 15 percent.