streetcar
word
Definition
A streetcar is a type of public vehicle that runs on tracks in the streets, used to carry passengers around the city.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used in American English; in British English, 'tram' is more common. Most often refers to traditional vehicles running on fixed tracks; modern systems might be called 'light rail.' Often found in big cities.
Spanish: tranvíaPortuguese (BR): bondePortuguese (PT): eléctricoChinese (Simplified): 有轨电车Chinese (Traditional): 有軌電車Hindi: ट्रामArabic: ترامBengali: স্ট্রিটকার - ট্রামRussian: трамвайJapanese: 路面電車Vietnamese: xe điệnKorean: 노면전차Turkish: tramvayUrdu: اسٹریٹ کار - ٹرامIndonesian: trem - kereta trem
Example Sentences
The streetcar stops at every corner.
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I took the streetcar to work.
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The city built a new streetcar line.
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Let’s hop on the streetcar instead of taking a taxi.
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Most of the old streetcars have been replaced by buses now.
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You get a great view of the city from the streetcar windows.
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