The drivers here use their horns more than back home. I classify them into three categories:
1. Idiot! What do you think you are doing?
Tone: This is an angry honk, can be long and sustained, or a series of blasts.
Meaning: Used in impatience when stuck and they feel traffic should be moving, when pedestrians don't move quickly enough.
2. I'm here!
Tone: A polite little beep
Meaning: Primarily used to let other drivers know they are passing.
3. Good to see you!
Tone: Varies, can be short, long or a series (usually less than three) of blasts
Meaning: Nice bike, car, person on the side of the street.
Easily confused with the other two.
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