transport
/tʁɑ̃s.pɔʁ/masculine
The English phrase 'transportation' is translated into French as transport.
The noun transport refers to means of conveyance.
Meaning: means of conveyance (noun)
Which one should you use?
While transport can mean transportation, the specific phrase for 'public transportation' is transport en commun.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Switzerland, the term les transports publics is frequently employed to talk about public transportation.
How does it change in a sentence?
When referring to various modes of transport or the transport system in general, the plural form les transports is frequently used.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /tʁɑ̃s.pɔʁ/. It has 2 syllables.
What mistakes should you avoid?
English speakers often mistakenly use the English word 'transportation' in French, but the correct French noun is transport.
Did you know?
- While English uses 'transportation' for the concept, the French word transport can also refer to a state of intense emotional or spiritual ecstasy.
- The phrase en commun in les transports en commun literally translates to 'in common', emphasizing the shared nature of the space.
- The word transport shares its Latin root 'portare' with the English word 'portable', meaning both are linked to the idea of carrying.
Examples in context
- Je prends le transport public.I ride public transportation.This sentence is useful for saying you ride public transportation using transport.Tatoeba #11837988 by Amastan, translation #8116749 by Amastan
- Je déteste le transport public.I hate public transportation.This sentence is useful for saying you hate public transportation using transport.Tatoeba #11837990 by Amastan, translation #8116750 by Amastan
- Il n'y a pas de transport en commun par ici.There is no public transportation around here.This sentence is useful for saying there is no public transportation around here using transport.Tatoeba #6560535 by Aiji, translation #4502674 by CK
- Le transport est essentiel pour le développement économique.Transportation is essential for economic development.
- Les transports publics sont bien développés en France.Public transportation is well-developed in France.
- Les déplacements en voiture peuvent prendre beaucoup de temps pendant les heures de pointe.Car travel can take a lot of time during rush hour.
- Je prends les transports en commun pour aller au travail tous les jours.I take public transportation to go to work every day.
- Les transports publics sont très pratiques dans cette ville.Public transportation is very convenient in this city.
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Example conversation
Nathan and Chloé are discussing how to get to the city center.
- NathanQuel transport veux-tu utiliser, Chloé ?What transport do you want to use, Chloé?
- ChloéJe préfère prendre le train.I prefer to take the train.
- NathanLe transport en train est très rapide.Train transport is very fast.
- ChloéOui, c'est la meilleure option.Yes, it is the best option.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “transportation” translations and entries transport, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
