English Expression · Intermediate
light railway
A railway built at a lower cost, with a lighter track and to a lower standard than a main-line railway
Pronunciation: say light railway
Meaning
A railway built at a lower cost, with a lighter track and to a lower standard than a main-line railway.
Example
Although the line is officially a light railway, it is of standard gauge, and the traffic, particularly during and since the war years, is anything but light.
Although the line is officially a light railway, it is of standard gauge, and the traffic, particularly during and since the war years, is anything but light.
Practice tips
- Practice light railway 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.