1. the act or system of moving people or goods from one place to another
將人或貨物從一地運送到另一地的行為或系統
Public transportation is essential in big cities.
大眾運輸在大城市中至關重要。
The transportation of goods by sea is often cheaper.
透過海運運輸貨物通常比較便宜。
Transportation Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
transportation
noun
快速理解
What does "Transportation" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Transportation"?
指將人或貨物從一地運送到另一地的系統或行為。
- 1
運輸系統
EN: the system of vehicles and infrastructure for moving people or goods
翻譯: 指運送人或貨物的車輛與基礎設施系統。
- 2
運送行為
EN: the act or process of moving people or goods from one place to another
翻譯: 指將人或貨物從一地移動到另一地的行為或過程。
- 3
交通工具
EN: a vehicle or method used for travel
翻譯: 指用於旅行的特定車輛或方式。
- 4
流放（歷史/法律）
EN: the punishment of sending someone to a distant place, especially historically
翻譯: 尤指歷史上將某人遣送至遙遠地方的刑罰。
小提醒：注意：在美式英語中，'transportation' 常指大眾運輸系統；在英式英語中，則更常用 'transport'。
發音（How to Pronounce "Transportation" in English）
How to pronounce "Transportation" in English?"Transportation" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Transportation" from YouTube Videos
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“Now, during the clinical trial, she'd been given all her antiretroviral drugs free of charge and her transportation costs had been covered by the research funds.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Transportation"?How does "Transportation" change by context?
2. vehicles used for moving people or goods
用於運送人或貨物的交通工具
The company needs to upgrade its transportation.
這家公司需要升級其交通工具。
He works in the transportation industry.
他在運輸業工作。
3. the process of sending convicted criminals to a penal colony
將定罪的犯人遣送至流放地的過程
In the 18th century, transportation was a common punishment.
在18世紀，流放是一種常見的刑罰。
His sentence was transportation to Australia.
他被判處流放至澳洲。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Transportation"?How to make natural sentences with "Transportation"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| transportation + of + [something] | ...的運輸 | The transportation of hazardous materials requires special permits. (危險物品的運輸需要特殊許可證。) |
| transportation + to/from + [place] | 往返...的交通 | Public transportation to the airport is very convenient. (前往機場的公共交通非常方便。) |
| by + transportation | 透過...交通方式 | We traveled by public transportation. (我們搭乘大眾交通工具出行。) |
| provide + transportation | 提供交通 | The company provides transportation for its employees. (公司為員工提供交通服務。) |
| need/require + transportation | 需要交通 | The event will require additional transportation arrangements. (這場活動將需要額外的交通安排。) |
| transportation + system/network | 交通系統/網絡 | The city's transportation system is highly efficient. (這座城市的交通系統效率很高。) |
| transportation + costs/fees | 交通費用 | Transportation costs have risen significantly this year. (今年的交通費用大幅上漲。) |
用法說明
How is "Transportation" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Transportation"?
transportation 與 transport 的用法區別
- transportation 在美式英語中主要用作不可數名詞，指「交通運輸」這個系統或過程。
- transport 在英式英語中常作為名詞，意思與美式的 transportation 相同。
- 在美式英語中，transport 更常作動詞使用，意思是「運送、運輸」。
- 在正式或商業語境中，美式英語也逐漸接受 transport 作為名詞，但 transportation 仍是更普遍的名詞形式。 EN: The city is investing in public transportation. 翻譯: 這座城市正在投資公共交通系統。
EN:The goods are ready for transport to the warehouse.
翻譯:貨物已準備好運往倉庫。
EN:High-speed rail is a major mode of transportation in many countries.
翻譯:高速鐵路是許多國家的主要交通方式。
EN:We need to transport these supplies by truck.
翻譯:我們需要用卡車運送這些補給品。
總結建議
在美式英語中，談論「交通系統」時，使用 transportation 作為名詞最為安全且普遍。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Transportation" and similar words?How to choose "Transportation" vs alternatives?
transportation vs transport
「transportation」通常指交通運輸的整體系統或行業，是一個不可數名詞；「transport」則可指具體的運輸工具或運輸行為，可作可數或不可數名詞。
transportation vs traffic
「transportation」指交通運輸的系統、工具或服務；「traffic」則指道路上車輛、行人的流動狀況或流量。
transportation vs transit
「transportation」涵蓋所有形式的交通運輸；「transit」通常特指人或貨物從一地到另一地的移動過程，或指公共運輸系統。
口語用法
How is "Transportation" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Transportation"?
引述
在對話中，當引述或提及一個關於交通的普遍概念、計畫或系統時，常會使用這個詞。 EN: The main issue they discussed was public transportation in the city. 翻譯: 他們討論的主要問題是城市的公共交通。
EN:So, what's your take on the future of transportation?
翻譯:那麼，你對交通運輸的未來有什麼看法？
語氣強調
在口語中，有時會重複或拉長音節來強調交通問題的嚴重性、成本或重要性。 EN: The cost of transportation alone is killing my budget. 翻譯: 光是交通運輸的費用就把我的預算榨乾了。
EN:We need to talk about transportation – it's a huge part of the problem.
翻譯:我們得談談交通運輸——這是問題的一大關鍵。
停頓填充
在思考或組織句子時，可能會用這個較長的單詞作為填充，尤其是在討論物流、規劃等話題時。 EN: Our plan covers, uh, transportation, accommodation, and daily expenses. 翻譯: 我們的計畫涵蓋了，呃，交通運輸、住宿和日常開銷。
EN:The key factors are... transportation, then manpower, and finally funding.
翻譯:關鍵因素是…交通運輸，然後是人力，最後是資金。
正式寫作注意：在正式報告或學術寫作中，應避免上述口語化的引述或填充用法，需使用更精確、結構完整的句子來闡述「交通運輸」相關概念。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Transportation"?What fixed phrases with "Transportation" should I remember?
public transportation
noun
公共交通
transportation system
noun
運輸系統
transportation costs
noun
運輸成本
mode of transportation
noun
交通方式
transportation network
noun
運輸網絡
ground transportation
noun
地面運輸
transportation hub
noun
交通樞紐
sustainable transportation
noun
永續運輸
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Transportation"?Which "Transportation" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×We need to buy a new transportation.
✓We need to buy a new vehicle / a new mode of transportation.
"Transportation" is usually an uncountable noun when referring to the general system or means of moving people/goods. It is not used as a countable noun for a single vehicle. Use "vehicle," "car," "bus," or specify "mode of transportation."
×The transportation of goods is expensive.
✓The transportation of goods is expensive. (OR: The transport of goods is expensive.)
While "transportation" (more common in American English) and "transport" (more common in British English) are often interchangeable as nouns meaning "the system or act of moving things/people," learners sometimes incorrectly believe one is always wrong. Both are acceptable, but usage varies by region. "Transportation" is almost always used in American English for the general system (e.g., public transportation).
×They will transportation the equipment tomorrow.
✓They will transport the equipment tomorrow.
"Transportation" is a noun. The verb form is "transport." Do not use the noun form as a verb.
×The transportation on the highway is heavy today.
✓The traffic on the highway is heavy today.
"Transportation" refers to the system or means of moving people/goods. "Traffic" refers to the movement of vehicles or the number of vehicles on a road. Do not use "transportation" to mean "traffic."
×I use transportation to get to work.
✓I use public transportation / a car / the bus to get to work.
While grammatically possible, "use transportation" is often too vague and unnatural. It's more natural to specify the type (e.g., "public transportation") or the specific means (e.g., "a car," "the subway").
×Airplane is a fast transportation.
✓An airplane is a fast mode of transportation. / Air travel is fast.
When referring to a specific method, use the pattern "mode/means/form of transportation" or use a more specific term like "air travel." Do not directly use "a/an + transportation."
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Transportation"?What are tense/participle forms of "Transportation"?