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express route

[ɪkˈsprɛs ruːt]
nounpl: express routes
rota expressa
1. A transportation route that makes few or no stops between origin and destination, prioritizing speed and efficiency
The express route saves commuters 20 minutes compared to the regular bus line.
A rota expressa economiza 20 minutos para os passageiros comparado com a linha regular de ônibus.
2. A direct path or method designed to reach a destination quickly with minimal interruptions
We took the express route through the city center to avoid traffic.
Pegamos a rota expressa pelo centro da cidade para evitar o trânsito.
NYC Slang
express bus
Synonyms
express lanedirect routefast trackexpress service
Antonyms
local routeslow routescenic route

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
rota expressa
Standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
via expressa
Often used for highway express routes
Rio de Janeiro
rota expressa
Common in public transportation context
Portugal
via expressa
Primarily refers to express highways

Related Idioms & Phrases

take the express
go the express route
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