Signification
Transportation services available to the general public.
Contexte culturel
Public transport is a way of life, especially in London with the Tube. Public transport is limited in many cities, making car ownership essential. Public transport is incredibly punctual and clean, a point of national pride. Public transport is highly integrated; one ticket often works for buses, trams, and trains.
Don't use 'the'
Always say 'I use public transport', not 'I use the public transport'.
Regional terms
In the US, say 'public transportation'. In the UK, say 'public transport'.
Signification
Transportation services available to the general public.
Don't use 'the'
Always say 'I use public transport', not 'I use the public transport'.
Regional terms
In the US, say 'public transportation'. In the UK, say 'public transport'.
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form.
Many people in London rely on _______ to get to work.
Public transport is an uncountable noun and does not take an article.
Choose the correct sentence.
Which sentence is correct?
Do not use 'the' when referring to the system in general.
Complete the dialogue.
A: How do you travel? B: I use ______.
Correct usage of the uncountable noun.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesMany people in London rely on _______ to get to work.
Public transport is an uncountable noun and does not take an article.
Which sentence is correct?
Do not use 'the' when referring to the system in general.
A: How do you travel? B: I use ______.
Correct usage of the uncountable noun.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
2 questionsNo, it is an uncountable noun.
It is neutral and used in all contexts.
Expressions liées
Mass transit
synonymLarge-scale public transport.
Commute
similarThe journey to work.
Public transit
synonymSame as public transport.
