Basic Nouns - Transportation

Here you will learn some English nouns related to transportation such as "subway", "scooter", and "submarine".

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Basic Nouns
car [noun]

a road vehicle that has four wheels, an engine, and a small number of seats for people

Ex: She forgot to lock her car before going into the store .
bicycle [noun]

a vehicle with two wheels that we ride by pushing its pedals with our feet

Ex: I love the feeling of the wind in my hair when I ride my bicycle .
bus [noun]

a large vehicle that carries many passengers by road

Ex:
train [noun]

a series of connected carriages that travel on a railroad, often pulled by a locomotive

Ex: He prefers traveling by train because it ’s more relaxing than driving .
subway [noun]

an underground railroad system, typically in a big city

Ex: The subway map helped me navigate the different lines .

a vehicle with two wheels, powered by an engine

Ex: He 's saving up to buy a new motorcycle with better performance .
scooter [noun]

a light motor vehicle with a floorboard on which the rider puts their legs, and with wheels of usually small size

Ex: She bought a new electric scooter that allows her to travel quickly and effortlessly through the city .
taxi [noun]

a car that has a driver whom we pay to take us to different places

Ex: I left my phone in the taxi and had to call the company to retrieve it .
airplane [noun]

a flying vehicle with fixed wings that moves people and goods from one place to another through sky

Ex: I will be flying in an airplane to visit my family .

a large aircraft with metal blades on top that go around

Ex: The helicopter transported the injured person to the hospital .

(trademark) a boot with a line of small wheels at its bottom that is used for skating

Ex: He polished his rollerblades before heading out for practice .
trolley [noun]

a vehicle that runs on electricity, moving on a rail in streets of a town or city to carry passengers

boat [noun]

a type of small vehicle that is used to travel on water

Ex: The boat slowly drifted along the river , carried by the gentle current .
ship [noun]

a large boat, used for carrying passengers or goods across the sea

Ex: The ship sailed across the ocean , carrying cargo from one country to another .
van [noun]

a big vehicle without back windows, smaller than a truck, used for carrying people or things

Ex: She converted the old van into a cozy camper for her cross-country road trip .

a powered railroad vehicle that pulls a train along

ferry [noun]

a boat or ship used to transport passengers and sometimes vehicles, usually across a body of water

Ex: Cars and pedestrians boarded the ferry for the trip to the mainland .
canoe [noun]

a narrow boat that is light and has pointed ends, which can be moved using paddles

Ex: Canoes are commonly used for recreational activities such as fishing , camping , and exploring remote waterways .

a small board with two sets of wheels we stand on to move around by pushing one foot down

Ex: He customized his skateboard with colorful grip tape and stickers to reflect his personal style .
jet ski [noun]

a small motorized vehicle that one can ride like a motorcycle on water

kayak [noun]

a type of boat that is light and has an opening in the top in which the paddler sits

Ex: Kayaks are often used for recreational activities such as whitewater rafting and sea kayaking .
yacht [noun]

a large boat with an engine used for pleasure trips

a big ship for vacation trips, usually with fun things to do and entertainment on board

Ex: They spent their honeymoon on a luxury cruise ship .
rickshaw [noun]

a doorless two-wheeled vehicle that holds one or two passengers and is drawn by a person walking or cycling, used in South East Asia

Ex:

a type of transportation system in which a cabin or car is suspended and moved along a cable, often used on hills or mountains for scenic views or access to remote areas

Ex: The cable car was delayed due to high winds .
sled [noun]

a vehicle often pulled by horses used for carrying people over snow from one place to the other

monorail [noun]

a railway system that has only one rail instead of two, usually in an elevated position

Ex: The futuristic design of the monorail stations attracted tourists and became a local landmark .

a motorized or towable vehicle equipped with living amenities, designed for temporary accommodation and travel enjoyment

Ex: Many retirees enjoy the freedom of life on the road in their recreational vehicles , exploring new destinations year-round .

a vehicle designed and used to go to space and return multiple times

Ex: The Challenger disaster in 1986 was a tragic event that highlighted the risks associated with space shuttle missions .
jet [noun]

a very fast aircraft with jet engines

a big, colorful, and light kite that people use to fly in the sky

Ex: The paraglider 's wing inflated smoothly as the wind picked up .
zip line [noun]

an outdoor recreational activity and adventure sport where participants ride along a cable or wire, often suspended between two elevated points, using a harness and pulley system, experiencing a thrilling and fast-paced aerial ride

Ex: I ’ve never been on a zip line before , but it looks thrilling .

a warship that can operate both on and under water

Ex: Crew members aboard the submarine undergo rigorous training to operate and maintain its advanced systems .
truck [noun]

a large road vehicle used for carrying goods

Ex: The truck 's engine roared as it climbed the steep hill .

a large, luxurious, and expensive car with a partition between the passengers and the driver

Ex: The limousine service offered airport transfers , ensuring VIP clients arrived at their destinations in style .
minivan [noun]

a large car that is similar to a van and can seat up to eight or nine people

Ex: They took a road trip in their minivan across the country .

a type of vehicle designed to be used on rough or uneven surfaces, like dirt trails or rocky terrain, rather than on smooth roads

Ex: After the heavy rain , we needed an off-road vehicle to drive through the muddy fields .

a large car in which the engine delivers power to all four wheels

Ex: The sport utility vehicle handled well on rough terrain .
sedan [noun]

a car having a closed body with two or four doors and a separated trunk in the back

Ex: The sedan 's boot is spacious enough to fit several suitcases .

a car with a rear door that swings upward, providing access to the cargo area, and usually has a shared space for passengers and cargo

coupe [noun]

a car with a fixed roof, two doors, and a compact size, often designed for style and performance rather than spaciousness

Ex:
forklift [noun]

a powerful truck with forks at the front that is used to lift and move heavy materials, commonly found in places like warehouses and construction sites

Ex: The forklift operator must undergo safety training before using the equipment .
crane [noun]

a very large tall machine used for lifting heavy objects

Ex: The firefighters used a specialized crane to rescue the stranded cat from the top of the tree .

a type of elevated platform machinery that features a hydraulic or articulated arm with a platform at the end, enabling workers to access elevated areas for maintenance, construction, or other tasks

Ex: The tree trimmer climbed into the cherry picker to trim the high branches safely .

a large vehicle composed of a tractor unit that pulls a separate trailer, commonly used for transporting goods over long distances on highways

a vehicle with an open cargo area at the back, usually separated from the cab, designed for hauling goods, equipment, or transporting smaller loads

Ex: After the storm , they used the pickup truck to clear fallen branches from the yard .

a heavy-duty vehicle with a bed that can be tilted or raised at the front, allowing it to unload its contents by tipping them out behind the truck

Ex: The construction crew needed a larger dump truck to carry away the debris from the demolition .

an automobile that is smaller than a full-sized car, making it easier to drive and park in tight spaces

Ex: The compact car zipped along the winding mountain roads , handling curves with agility and precision .

a longer-bodied vehicle with a rear cargo area that is part of the passenger compartment, often with a rear hatchback or tailgate for cargo access

Ex: He drove a classic station wagon that reminded him of his childhood .

a vehicle designed to travel in space

Ex: The documentary showcased the development and launch of a new spacecraft designed for deep-space exploration .