B1nountransporturban
US/ˌtræns.pərˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌtræns.pɔːˈteɪ.ʃən/
ways of moving people or goods from one place to another, such as buses, trains and trucks
In context
Public transportation in Ho Chi Minh City is getting better with the new metro.
The company pays for transportation and meals during the business trip.
Fruit loses its freshness during long transportation to other countries.
Words that go with transportation
adjective + noun
- public transportationI use public transportation because parking is too expensive.
noun + preposition
- means of transportationThe motorbike is the main means of transportation in Vietnam.
noun + noun
- transportation costsRising fuel prices have pushed up transportation costs.
- transportation systemThe city plans to build a modern transportation system.
verb + noun
- provide transportationThe hotel provides transportation to and from the airport.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
There are many transportations in Hanoi.Correct: There are many means of transportation in Hanoi.