English–French

“public transportation” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/tʁɑ̃spɔʁ/

Example

Les transports sont perturbés à cause d'une panne.

Public transportation is disrupted because of a breakdown.

Illustration for transport (public transportation)

How to say “public transportation” in French

“Public transportation” in French is transport.

People or goods crossing from a starting point to a destination through an organized service or network.

Full entry for transport: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with transport

Les transports en commun sont souvent bondés aux heures de pointe.

Public transport is often crowded during rush hour.

Tips for using transport

  • The plural les transports often refers to public transport or transport systems, while le transport can name the act or service more generally.

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