transportation
[/ˌtrænspərˈteɪʃən/]
nounpl: transportations
transporte
1. The act or process of moving people or goods from one place to another
Public transportation is essential for urban development.
O transporte público é essencial para o desenvolvimento urbano.
2. A system or means of conveying passengers or freight
The city invested in new transportation infrastructure.
A cidade investiu em nova infraestrutura de transporte.
3. Historical: Punishment by deportation to a distant place
During the colonial era, transportation was used as a severe punishment.
Durante a era colonial, a deportação era usada como punição severa.
4. A vehicle or conveyance used for moving people or goods
We need transportation to get to the airport.
Precisamos de transporte para chegar ao aeroporto.
In Brazil, transportation is a critical infrastructure issue in major cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. Public transportation (transporte público) includes buses, metros, and trains. The USA emphasizes car-based transportation, while Brazil's urban centers rely more heavily on public transit systems. The term is frequently used in urban planning and environmental discussions in both countries.
NYC Slang
transit or wheels
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