English Word · Intermediate
points
movable rails that guide a train onto a different track
Pronunciation: /pɔɪnts/
Meaning
A set of movable railway rails that directs a train from one track to another; usually called switches in American English.
Example
The points were set to guide the train onto the branch line.
The points were set to guide the train onto the branch line.
Practice tips
- Practice points 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 word is for intermediate-level learners.