transport

word

/ˈtɹænspɔɹt/, /tɹænˈspɔɹt/
TRANS-port (noun), trans-PORT (verb)
/ˈtrɑːnspɔːt/, /trɑːnˈspɔːt/
TRAHNZ-pawt (noun), trahnz-PAWT (verb)

Definition

As a noun, it means the system or vehicles used to move people or goods from one place to another. As a verb, it means to carry or move someone or something to another place.

Usage & Nuances

Common as both a noun and a verb. In everyday English, 'transportation' is often more common in American English for the general system, while 'transport' is very common in British English and in formal contexts. Common phrases: 'public transport', 'transport goods', 'air transport'.

Example Sentences

We use public transport to go to school.

basic

Trucks transport food across the country.

basic

The city needs better transport for workers.

basic

If the train is late again, I'll just take another form of transport.

natural

They had to transport the furniture in two separate vans.

natural

Around here, having a car is almost essential because the transport links are so limited.

natural