truckers
word · lemma: trucker
Definition
People whose job is to drive large trucks to transport goods from place to place.
Usage & Nuances
Used mostly in North America; elsewhere 'lorry drivers' is common. Usually refers to professionals driving long distances. Plural: 'truckers'. Often used informally.
Spanish: camionerosPortuguese (BR): caminhoneirosPortuguese (PT): caminhoneirosChinese (Simplified): 卡车司机Chinese (Traditional): 卡車司機Hindi: ट्रक चालकArabic: سائقو الشاحنات
Example Sentences
Truckers drive long distances to deliver goods.
basic
Many truckers sleep in their trucks at night.
basic
Some truckers carry heavy loads across the country.
basic
The truckers stopped at a diner for coffee and a quick break.
natural
Many truckers use CB radios to talk to each other on the road.
natural
After days on the road, the truckers finally reached their destination.
natural