railway
/ˈreɪlweɪ/
CEFR level A2Topic TravelWord #1616 in the learning path
铁路；铁路系统
Definitions
n. Tracks and services used by trains to transport people or goods.
铁路；铁路系统
Example
Our house overlooks the railway near the old bridge.
从我们家能望见旧桥附近的铁路。
Investment in railway networks can reduce road congestion while improving access to employment in neighbouring cities.
投资铁路网络可以缓解道路拥堵，同时方便人们前往邻近城市就业。
Collocations
- a railway station
- a railway line
- a railway network
- railway infrastructure
Word family
- rail (n.)
Synonyms
- railroad
Usage tip
railway常用于英式英语，美式常用railroad。
FAQ
- What does railway mean?
- Tracks and services used by trains to transport people or goods.
- How is railway pronounced?
- UK /ˈreɪlweɪ/, US /ˈreɪlweɪ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
