Associations to the word «Transport. Name of vehicles in English All words related to street transport

Edgar Allan Poe wrote: "No transport will be passing if you do not know where to go." Do you already know where you want to go? Then it remains only to find a passing transport. In this phrasebook we will write useful phrases in English language for communication on the bus or train, ordering a taxi, as well as renting a car. Go!

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Modes of transport in English

And by tradition, at the beginning of our article we want to give a list of basic vocabulary that you will definitely need. These are the titles Vehicle, the main types of cars in English, as well as other useful words.

Word/PhraseTranslation
Vehicle types
a vehiclevehicle
a carcar
a motorbikemotorcycle
a taxiTaxi
the subway (sub) / tube / metro / undergroundMetro
a bus/coachbus
a traina train
a commuter trainelectric train
a ferryferry
Car types
a minivanmini van
a sedan/saloonsedan
full sizebig roomy car
standard sizestandard midsize car
compactsmall compact car
premium/luxurypremium car
Other
a railway/train stationrailway station / railway station
a bus station/terminalbus station / bus station
a bus stopbus stop
a tube/subway stationsubway station
rent-a-car / car hirerent a car
parkingparking
no parkingno parking
a private parking lotprivate parking
a gas/petrol stationrefueling
a streetthe street
a squaresquare
a cornerinjection
a bridgebridge
a pedestrian crossingcrosswalk
a crossroads/T-junction/intersectioncrossroads
traffic lightstraffic lights
road policeroad police

Have you noticed that the word "bus" has two definitions: bus and coach? What is the difference? The word bus usually refers to a bus used within the city to get to work, study, etc. Coach - intercity bus designed to travel on highways. It transports people over long distances, so sometimes it even has a toilet.

Let's try to figure out what word to call the metro in English. The word tube is widely used in the UK, while in this country the word subway refers to an underpass. And in the USA, on the contrary, they prefer to call the subway the word subway. The word metro is most popular in Europe, but can also be used in the US. The word underground is also used in different countries, but it is less common.

A list of words with types of cars will come in handy if you want to rent a car abroad: you will need to explain what kind of transport you need. So, for example, you can take a minivan (minivan) if you are traveling with a large group, or small car(compact) if you want to save on gas.

To designate the word "crossroads" we also proposed a few words. Crossroads, as a rule, means the intersection of two roads at a right angle. T-junction - the intersection of two roads in the form of the letter T. Intersection - also a crossroads, this word is widely used in the USA.

Phrases in English for getting around on the bus or subway

So, you have decided to move around the city by bus or subway. In this case, you will need to find out which bus or train you take (to take a bus / the subway), where is the nearest stop and where you can buy a ticket (ticket). The phrases for traveling by metro and bus are almost identical, if necessary, just replace bus with tube, subway train. Use the following phrases for information:

PhraseTranslation
Questions about finding a stop/station
Excuse me, where is the nearest bus stop?Excuse me, where is the nearest bus stop?
Do you know the best way to the subway station?You do not know how best to get to the metro station?
Where is the nearest subway station?Where is the nearest metro station?
Questions about tickets
Where is the ticket office?Where is the ticket office located?
Where are the ticket machines?Where are ticket machines located?
Can I buy the ticket on the bus?Can I buy a ticket on the bus?
Questions about the bus
Which bus should I take?Which bus should I take?
Where can I get the bus to the art gallery?Where can I take the bus to the art gallery?
Which bus goes to the airport?Which bus goes to the airport?
Does this bus go to the theatre?Does this bus go to the theatre?
Does the 12 stop near the train station?Does the 12 bus stop at the station?
How often does the 12 run?How often does bus 12 run?
Which is the last stop for the 12?What is the final stop of bus 12?
When does the next/last bus leave?When does the next/last bus leave?

You may be told the following:

PhraseTranslation
You need a bus #12.You need bus number 12.
The bus comes every ten minutes.The bus runs every 10 minutes.
The 12 will take you to the airport.Bus 12 will take you to the airport.
The last bus leaves at 11.00 p.m.The last bus leaves at 23:00.

If you intend to use public transport frequently, we recommend purchasing a single travel card instead of regular tickets. You can use it in different modes of transport within a certain territory. This pass will allow you to save up to 30-40% of the cost of tickets.

Well, here you sit on the long-awaited bus. Here you will also need to know some phrases in English, for example, to check with a fellow traveler when you need to get off or where to make a transfer.

PhraseTranslation
How much is the fare?What's the fare?
Here is the fare, please.Please take the fare.
Do you mind if I sit here?Do you mind if I sit here?
How long does it take to get to the bus station?How long does it take to get to the bus station?
Where do I get off for the museum?Where do I need to get off to get into the museum?
Which is the closest stop to the park?What is the closest stop to the park?
I want to get to the palace. Where should I change?I want to get to the palace. When do I need to transfer (to another bus)?
What is the next stop?What's the next stop?
Could you please stop at the cinema?Could you stop by the cinema?
Please let me through.Please let me through.
Let me off here, please.Please allow me to leave here.

On the bus, fellow travelers and the driver can answer your questions with the following phrases:

PhraseTranslation
You have taken the wrong bus.You got on the wrong bus.
You should get off and take a bus three.You should get off and take bus number 3.
You should change at the school.You need to transfer at the school.
Could I see your ticket, please?May I see your ticket please?
You need to get off at the theatre.You need to get out at the theatre.
It takes about 20 minutes.This will take about 20 minutes.
It does not take long.That's not for long.

By the way, while traveling in public transport, you can see the inscription Reserved for the handicapped, the elderly and passengers with children. These are places for the disabled, the elderly, passengers with children.

We ask a passer-by where the nearest station is:

PhraseTranslation
A: Excuse me, I'm trying to get to the Tower of London. What's the best way to get there?A: Sorry, I'm trying to get to the Tower of London. What is the best way to get there?
B: Probably by tube.V: Most likely by subway.
A: Where is the nearest underground station?A: Where is the nearest subway station?
B: It is not far from here. You need to cross the street.V: It is not far from here. You need to cross the street.
A: Could you please tell me which line it is for the Tower of London?A: Could you tell me which route goes to the Tower?
B: You need to take the District line.V: You need a District line.
A: How often does the tube train run?A: How often does the subway train run?
B: The tube comes every ten minutes.V A: The train runs every ten minutes.
A: Thanks a lot!A: Thanks a lot!
B: Not at all!V: My pleasure!

We communicate in the subway car / bus:

PhraseTranslation
A: Excuse me, do you mind if I sit here?A: Excuse me, do you mind if I sit here?
B: I don't mind at all.V: Of course not.
A: Could you please help me? Where do I get off for the Tower of London?A: Could you please help me? Where do I need to get off to get to the Tower of London?
B: It's the third stop after this one. It does not take long. You need to get off at the Tower Hill Underground Station.V: This is the third stop after this one. It does not take a lot of time. You need to get off at Tower Hill Station.
A: Thank you!A: Thank you!

How to order a taxi in English

If in our native country our people do not go to the bakery by taxi, then abroad this type of transport is one of the most popular and convenient. Therefore, if you want to move around the city in comfort, learn the phrases that will help you order a taxi in English.

PhraseTranslation
Can I get a taxi to the train station? I am at the Plaza Hotel.Can I have a taxi to the station? I'm at the Plaza Hotel.
Can I schedule a taxi for 7 p.m.?Can I order a taxi by 19:00?
What will it cost me to go from the Plaza Hotel to the train station?How much does it cost to travel from the Plaza Hotel to the train station?
I would like a taxi, please.I would like to order a taxi, please.
How long will I have to wait?How long do I need to wait?

To get the phone number, ask the receptionist at your hotel: Could you give me the number for a taxi service? (Could you give me the taxi phone number?) Want to make it easy for yourself? You can ask the receptionist to call you a taxi. To do this, tell where you are going to go: Could you call me a taxi, please? I am going to the theater (Could you call me a taxi? I'm going to the theater).

Taxis can also be found on the street. To do this, use the following phrases:

PhraseTranslation
Where can I get the taxi?Where can I get a taxi?
Are you free?You are free? (taxi driver)
Are you engaged?You're busy? (taxi driver)
Take me to this address, please.Please take me to this address.
Could you take me to the airport?Could you take me to the airport?
I am going to the train station, please.I'm heading to the train station, please.
I would like to go to the theatre.I would like to go to the theatre.

To communicate with a taxi driver and resolve all issues, you can use the following phrases:

PhraseTranslation
How much will it cost?How much is it?
I am in a hurry. Go faster, please.I'm in hurry. Hurry, please.
Would you mind making a quick stop?Do you mind if we stop for a minute? (if you need to stop on the way to buy / pick up something, etc.)
Could you please wait for me here?Could you please wait here for me?
Could you drop me here? / Could you stop here?Could you stop here?
Let me off at the next corner, please.Drop me off at the next corner, please.
Keep the change.Keep change for yourself.
May I have a receipt, please?May I have a check please?
Thanks for the ride.Thanks for the trip.

We ask the hotel administrator to call a taxi:

PhraseTranslation
A: Could you please call me a taxi?A: Could you please call me a taxi?
B: Yes, sure. Where would you like to go?V: Oh sure. Where would you like to go?
A: I would like to go to the Palace of Westminster. I would also like to know how much it will cost to go from this hotel to the Palace.A: I would like to go to the Palace of Westminster. I would also like to know how much it will cost me to travel from the hotel to the palace.
B: OK. Wait a minute, please.V: Good. Wait a minute please.
A: Thank you!A: Thank you!
B: They will send a car within 10 minutes. It will cost £11.V A: They will send a car within 10 minutes. It will cost £11.
A: Thank you very much!A: Thanks a lot!
B: Not at all!V: You are welcome!

Conversation with the taxi driver:

PhraseTranslation
A: Hello! I would like to go to the Palace of Westminster. Is it far?A: Hello! I would like to get to the Palace of Westminster. It is far?
B: Hello! Not really, but if the traffic's bad, it can be a bit slow. Is it your first time in the city?V: Hello! Not really, but if there are traffic jams / roads in the city, we will drive slowly. Are you in town for the first time?
A: Yes, it is a pleasure trip.A: Yes, I came to rest.
B: Very nice. That's Cleopatra's Needle on the left.V: Wonderful. On the left you see Cleopatra's Needle.
A: Oh, it's marvelous!A: Oh, amazing!
B: And that is the Palace of Westminster over there.V: And over there is the Palace of Westminster.
A: It is quicker than expected. Drop me off here, please.A A: It's faster than I expected. Drop me off here, please.
B: OK. That will be £11, please.V: Good. £11 from you, please.
A: Here you are. Keep the change.A: Hold. Leave the change for yourself.
B: Thank you! Have a nice day!V: Thank you! Have a good day!
A: Thanks!A: Thank you!

Now look how to order a taxi correctly and communicate with a taxi driver in English.

How to rent a car abroad

What could be more convenient to move in the city by taxi? Perhaps, only the movement in your own car, or rather in a rental car. Personal transport will allow you not to depend on the bus schedule and the taxi driver's driving style. If you are going to rent a car abroad, be sure to learn the modes of transport in English from our first table.

We recommend that you look on the Internet a few days before the trip, which companies provide cars for rent. You will be able to compare prices and terms of using this service even before your trip, thus saving a lot of time.

Be sure to check the driving conditions at your place of stay: in some countries you can use a license issued in your home country, in others you can only use an international driver's license.

So, you have found the company you need and you know what kind of car you need. Prepare your passport and driver's license, because they will be asked to present them for paperwork for renting a car. Use the phrases from the following dialogue to rent a car in English.

PhraseTranslation
A: Hello! Can I help you?A: Hello! I can help you?
B: Hello! I would like to rent a car, please.V: Hello! I would like to rent a car, please.
A: What kind of car are you looking for?A: What kind of car would you like?
B: I want a compact car.V A: I want a compact car.
A: Automatic or manual?A: "Automatic" or manual transmission?
B: Automatic.V: "Automatic".
A: I can offer you Ford Fiesta.A: I can offer you a Ford Fiesta.
B: Ok, how much is it weekly?V: Ok, how much is the rent per week?
A: It is $50 per day and that includes insurance, which means $350 for seven days.A A: $50 per day including insurance, that means $350 for 7 days.
B: I will take this car.V A: I take this car.
A: Ok, could I see your driving license, please?A: Okay, can I see your driver's license?
B: Here you are.V: You are welcome.
A: Here is the contract. Pickup Date is April 17th and Return Date is April 24th 6 p.m. Check your name and sign, please.A A: Please contract. Rental start date April 17, return date April 24, 18:00. Check your name and sign, please.
B: Here you are. Do you accept VISA?V: You are welcome. Do you accept Visa?
A: Yes.A: Yes.
B: Here you are.V: You are welcome.
A: Thank you! Here is the receipt and your keys.A: Thank you! Here is the receipt and your keys.
B: Thank you!V: Thank you!

Any company will provide you with a list of special points (list of drop off locations) where you can return the car. However, in some cases, you can leave the car, for example, near the airport, and the representative of the company will pick it up from there. However, you will have to pay an additional fee for this service.

Usually the rental car is given with a full tank of fuel, but during the time you use it, you will most likely have to use the services of refueling. In addition, you may need an oil change or a mechanic. In this case, you will need to know a few phrases:

PhraseTranslation
Fill it up with 4 gallons of petrol, please.Fill up, please, 4 gallons of gasoline.
I want 15 liters of petrol.I need 15 liters of gasoline.
I need oil, please.I need oil, please.
Could you please change the oil?Could you please change the oil?
I have a flat tire.I have a flat tire.
I need a mechanic, please.I need a mechanic please.

We offer you to watch a video on how to rent a car in English.

Orientation on the road

While driving, you may need to know the following symbols:

Word/PhraseTranslation
speed limitspeed mode
road signsroad sign
speed camerastraffic surveillance cameras
kph (kilometer per hour)km/h (unit of speed)
reserved parkingparking reserved for certain cars
parking prohibitedNo parking
no stoppingstop prohibited
no passagepassage closed / no passage
one way streetone way street
dead enddead end
diversion/detourdetour

Have you noticed the interesting phrase dead end? Thus are called streets that end in a dead end. At the beginning of such streets, a sign with the inscription Dead end will definitely hang, so look carefully around.

On the road, you may need a map of highways (map of highways), as well as the knowledge of some phrases that will help you ask where you should go. Use the following questions:

PhraseTranslation
Which road should we take?Which road should I take?
Excuse me, how do I get to the freeway from here?Excuse me, how do I get from here to the highway?
Could you show me on the map?Will you show me on a map?
How can I drive to the bank?How can I get to the bank?
How many miles is it to the bank?How many miles to the bank?
Where are we now?Where are we now?
Where is a petrol station?Where is the gas station?

To understand what they answer you, refer to the article "", and also look at the following phrases that a foreigner can use to help you reach your destination:

PhraseTranslation
Turn left to Johnson street.Turn left onto Johnson Street.
Take a right at the next light.Turn right at the next traffic light.
Turn right after you pass the museum.Turn right when you pass the museum.
When you see the cinema on your right, turn left at the next street.When you see the cinema on your right, turn left onto the next street.
Turn right at the next street and immediately take another right.Turn right onto the next street and immediately turn right again.

Now you know how easy it is to use public transport in English, order a taxi or rent a car. Learn phrases from our simple phrasebook before the trip, and then it will be easy and pleasant. We wish you only comfortable and memorable trips!

Complete list of words and phrases for download

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Hello dear readers! The modern world is unthinkable without vehicles. Since ancient times, people have been looking for ways to make their movement faster and easier. The vehicle has gradually evolved from horses, deer and dogs to airplanes and helicopters. Every day we are faced with at least one of the types of devices for movement - bicycles, trains, buses, cars. Therefore, the topic of transport in English is very important.

Name of vehicles in English

The vehicle connects peoples, countries and continents. In the US and UK, modes of transport such as underground and surface trains, taxis, buses, airplanes and, of course, private car are very popular. They offer residents of large cities an efficient, convenient and fast way to travel. But such a vehicle as a trolley bus and tram in Western cities is rare, mainly in museums.

In addition, unlike Russian fares, in America and Britain, fares are charged for the distance. Going into public transport, the passenger tells the driver the destination, and he, in turn, punches him a ticket with the required amount. As for sea and air vehicles, everything here is the same as with us, paying for a ticket. Except the amounts are different.

I have prepared for you a convenient table in which you will find the translation into English and the pronunciation of a particular word:

English

Transcription

Translation

English

Transcription

Translation

transportation ["træns‚pɔ:rt]transportbreakdown ["breɪk‚daʋn]crash
parking ["pɑ:rkɪŋ]parkingcross road ["krɔ:s‚rəʋd]crossroads
road ["haɪ‚weɪ]highwaycabstand [ˈkæbræŋk]parking
main highwayhelmet ["helmɪt]helmet
sidewallk ["saɪd‚wɔ:k]sidewalkMetro ["metrəʋ]Metro
traffic lights ["træfɪk laɪt]traffic lightsstation ["steɪʃən]station
transit ["trænsɪt]transitcomponent detail
boot trunkchassis [ˈʃæsɪ]chassis
parking space ["pɑ:rkɪŋ pleɪs]parkingcowl hood
pedestrian a pedestrianignition [ıg "nıʃən]ignition
Refueling gas stationcarburettor carburetor
brake brakemotor ["məʋtər]motor
bumper [ˈbʌmpə]bumperpedal ["pedəl]pedal
cab cabinpiston piston
speedometer speedometersemaphore semaphore
trunk trunkswitch arrow
tire ["taɪər]tiremarine fleet
Jeep jeepwheel wheel, steering wheel
limousine ["lɪmə‚zi:n]limousinebody ["bɒdɪ]body
sedan sedancabriolet [ˌkæbrɪəuˈleɪ]cabriolet
Berth reserved seathatch back [ˈhætʃbæk]hatchback
car railway carriagevan van
compartment coupeuniversal [‚ju:nə"vɜ:rsəl]station wagon
anchor ["æŋkər]anchorbarrier [bæriə®]barrier
aqualung [ˈækwəlʌŋ]scubataxi ["tæksɪ]Taxi
Bay bayplatform ["plætfɔ:rm]platform
harbor ["hɑ:bə]harborcables ["keɪbəl]chain
hold holdcanvas ["kænvəs]sail
jetty [̈ɪˈdʒetɪ]jettycompartment compartment
moorage jettydeck deck
overboat [ˈəuvəbɔd]overboardbuy buoy
mast maststern stern
master ["mæster]captainwatercraft [ˈwɔ:təkrɑ:ft]ships, boats
scull paddleboat boat
sluice Gatewayferry ["ferɪ]ferry

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By the way, despite the fact that there is a phrase in the phrase book that asks if a passenger gets off at the next stop, in Western countries it is not customary in transport to ask “Are you getting off at the next one?”. This question will only betray you as a foreigner from Russia or the CIS countries. English-speakers themselves explain it like this “we just shove”, that is, “we push the crowd away” and maybe say “excuse me”.

Types of vehicles in English

As you know, transport is divided into several types and subspecies:

  • Ground-underground (railway, special, personal, etc.)
  • Air (military, passenger, cargo)
  • Maritime (military, passenger, cargo)

Now we can specifically study the types of vehicles themselves using a transcription table. The translation is presented both in Russian and in English:

English

Transcription

Translation

English

Transcription

Translation

ground-ground

car [‚ɔ:təmə"bi:l]automobiletrain a train
bulldozer ["bulˌdəuzə]bulldozercar car
bus busland rover all-terrain vehicle
catafalque [ˈkætəfælk]hearsepetrol tanker ["petrəl tæŋk]Gasoline tanker
combine harvesterpush cycle [ʹpʋʃ͵saık(ə)l]Kick scooter
dust cart garbage trucktram tram
excavator ["ekskəveɪtə]excavatortrolley bus ["trɒlɪ‚bʌs]trolleybus
loader [ˈləudə]loadertruck truck
lorry ["lɔ:rɪ]truckdiesel locomotive [ˈdiːzl ‚ləʋkə"məʋtɪv]locomotive
motorbike ["məʋtər‚baɪk]mopedelectric locomotive [ɪ"lektrɪk ‚ləʋkə"məʋtɪv]electric locomotive
motorcycle ["məʋtər‚saɪkəl]motorcyclelocomotive [‚ləʋkə"məʋtɪv]locomotive
electrotrain [ɪ"lektrəʋ treɪn]electric trainsteam locomotive locomotive
hand car trolleysuburban train electric train
local train ["ləʋkəl treɪn]suburban traintram tram
bicycle ["baɪsɪkəl]a bikeskateboard ["skeɪt‚bɔ:rd]skateboard

Nautical

The list English words on the topic "Transport" (Transport) suitable for continuing to learn English (both independently and with a teacher). The list is quite complete: you can independently choose the words to study, which are divided into categories: means of transport, verbs, set combinations and phrasal verbs, people, transport problems. Transcriptions are given for the most difficult words. The list of English words can also be copied from the site and printed. Additionally attached vocabulary exercises.

I. Means of Transport:

1. means of transport - means of transport (singular, plural)
2. vehicle [‘viːɪkl] - vehicle
3. balloon - balloon
4. helicopter - helicopter
5. plane / airplane - airplane
6. car / taxi - car / taxi
7. bus/coach
8. double-decker bus - double-decker bus
9. van / lorry - van / truck
10. train - train
11. underground
12. ship - ship
13. ferry - ferry
14. yacht - yacht
15. bike / motorbike - bike / motorcycle

II. Transport Verbs:

16. reach / get to - get to
7. arrive in / at - arrive in (big city / place)
18. go on foot / walk - walk
19. go by car/ bus/ etc. - to drive by car
20. cycle [‘saɪkl] — ride a bike
21. drive a car - drive a car
22. ride a bike / a horse - ride a bike / horse
23. sail - to sail
24. fly - to fly
25. hitchhike - hitchhike

III. Collocations (stable combinations):

26. go by car (taxi, etc.)
27. go on foot
28. go on a trip - go on a trip
29. take a taxi - take a taxi
30. catch a bus / a train - catch a bus / train
31. miss a bus / a train - miss the bus / train
32. get on a bus / a train - get on the bus / train
33. get off a bus / a train - get off the bus / train
34. get into a car / a taxi - get into a car / taxi
35. get off a car / a taxi - get out of the car / taxi
36. go hitchhiking [‘hɪʧhaɪkɪŋ] — hitchhiking
37. it takes me (...) to get to - I need (time) to get to ...

IV. People:

38. cyclelist / motorcyclist - cyclist / motorcyclist
39. driver / lorry driver - driver / truck driver
40. passenger - passenger
41. pedestrian - pedestrian

V. Transport Problems:

42. accident - accident, accident
43. have an accident - get into an accident
44. air pollution
45. car fumes - exhaust gases
46. ​​dangerous driving
47. a lot of traffic
48. few pedestrian (zebra) crossings
49. narrow roads - narrow roads
50. overcrowding - overcrowding
51. queues at the bus stops
52. roadworks - road work
53. ticket prices
54. traffic lights - traffic lights
55. traffic jams
56. get stuck in a jam - get stuck in traffic
57. delays - delays on the route

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transport. Vocabulary exercises

Exercise 1. Choose definitions for verbs of motion: travel, cycle, walk, sail (2), fly (2)

  1. travel by bike
  2. go by boat
  3. go by plane
  4. go by air
  5. go on foot
  6. go by sea

Exercise 2.Match the words from 2 lines and write them down.

(1) ticket, double-decker, traffic (2), means of, car, lorry, pedestrian, go on, go

(2) fumes, jams, driver, transport, foot, bus, price, crossing, lights, by air

Exercise 3 Insert words into sentences: roadworks, off , underground, pedestrian, helicopter

  1. A ________ is an aircraft that uses rotating wings called blades to fly.
  2. The ___________ is a railway system in which electric trains travel mainly below the ground.
  3. There are delays on our main motorway because of ______________ .
  4. A _______________ is a person who is walking in a street.
  5. Is this Mayakovskaya Street or should I get _______________ at the next stop?

Exercise 4Fill in the words: take off, a motorbike, trips, an accident, carriages, flight, traffic jams, check, passenger, get to

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