English Word · Intermediate
tram-train
A design of tram which can operate over standard railway track as well as tram track
Pronunciation: say tram-train
Meaning
A design of tram which can operate over standard railway track as well as tram track.
Example
One of the key features associated with VLR [very light rail] vehicles is that they are not interoperable with main line trains. That is the domain of tram-trains.
One of the key features associated with VLR [very light rail] vehicles is that they are not interoperable with main line trains. That is the domain of tram-trains.
Practice tips
- Practice tram-train 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.