English Expression · Intermediate
goods van
An enclosed railway freight car, especially one with a sliding door
Pronunciation: say goods van
Meaning
An enclosed railway freight car, typically featuring a sliding door.
Example
The old steam train pulled a long line of goods vans filled with coal and timber.
The old steam train pulled a long line of goods vans filled with coal and timber.
Practice tips
- Practice goods van out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.