Convoys Meaning in English
word · lemma: convoy
ˈkɑnˌvɔɪz
KAHN-voyz
kˈɒnvɔɪz
kon-VOYZ
Definition
Groups of vehicles, ships, or people traveling together, especially for protection or safety.
Usage & Nuances
'Convoys' is most often used in military, humanitarian, or historical contexts. It refers to multiple groups; singular is 'convoy.' Common collocations: 'aid convoys,' 'military convoys,' 'travel in convoys.' Not used for random groups of cars.
Spanish: convoyesPortuguese (BR): comboiosPortuguese (PT): comboiosChinese (Simplified): 车队Chinese (Traditional): 車隊Hindi: काफिलेArabic: قوافلBengali: কনভয় - বহরRussian: конвоиJapanese: 護送団Vietnamese: đoàn xe hộ tốngKorean: 호송대Turkish: konvoylarUrdu: قافلےIndonesian: konvoi
Example Sentences
Several convoys delivered food to the village.
basic
Military convoys crossed the border at dawn.
basic
The refugees traveled in convoys for safety.
basic
During the storm, aid convoys struggled to reach isolated towns.
natural
The convoys moved at night to avoid being seen.
natural
After the news broke, journalists joined the convoys heading to the front lines.
natural