Transporte (en. Transport)

/tʁɑ̃spɔʁt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Movement or transfer of objects or people from one place to another.
The transport of goods is essential for trade.
Le transport des marchandises est essentiel pour le commerce.
The system or service used to move people or goods.
The public transport in this city is very efficient.
Les transports publics de cette ville sont très efficaces.
verb
To move someone or something from one place to another.
He is transporting furniture for his client.
Il transporte des meubles pour son client.

Etymology

From Latin 'transportare', composed of 'trans-' (across) and 'portare' (to carry).

Common Phrases and Expressions

public transport
A public transport system accessible to the public.
transports en commun
transport outside
Movement of goods outside.
transport dehors
mode of transport
Method used to move goods or people.
mode de transport

Related Words

transportation
The action of transporting, particularly goods.
transportation
movement
Action of moving or transporting something.
déplacement

Slang Meanings

Shared vehicle transport.
I took a transport to go to the concert.
J'ai pris un transport pour aller au concert.
On-demand transport.
Using transport to avoid traffic.
Utiliser un transport pour éviter le trafic.