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UK/["/treɪn/"]/US/["/treɪn/"]/

Meaning of Train

In simple words: A vehicle that moves along tracks and carries people or goods.

Train in a sentence

  • I took the train to the city yesterday.
  • The train left the station on time.
  • You can train your dog to sit and stay.
  • They will train for the marathon next month.
  • The train is less crowded in the morning.
  • He is going to train for a new job role.

How to use Train

Use 'train' in contexts related to transportation. It's neutral and suitable for formal and informal settings. Don't confuse it with 'to train' someone, which means to teach or prepare a person for a task.

Grammar pattern

train + object (e.g., train passengers)

Memory hint

Think of 'train' as 'traveling on a rail.' Imagine a long line of cars connected together.

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Collocations with Train

Synonyms for Train

Opposites of Train

Common mistakes with Train

  • Confused with 'plain' or 'plane'.
  • Using 'trains' when referring to the act of teaching instead of 'to train'.
  • Mispronouncing the word as 'trane'.

Compare Train with Railroad, Subway

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Frequently asked questions about Train

What does Train mean?

A vehicle that moves along tracks and carries people or goods.

What is the definition of Train?

a number of connected coaches or trucks, pulled by an engine or powered by a motor in each one, taking people and goods from one place to another

How do you use Train in a sentence?

I took the train to the city yesterday.

Can you give another example of Train?

The train left the station on time.

What are synonyms for Train?

Common alternatives include locomotive, railroad, subway, metro.

What is the opposite of Train?

Opposite meanings include car, bus, airplane.

What words go with Train?

It commonly pairs with railroad, railway, metro, take, travel by, ride, run, start, terminate, journey, ride, trip, aboard a/​the train, on a/​the train, on board a/​the train, a train to catch, camel, mule, wagon, set something in, bring something in, break, a train of events, a train of thought, in somebody’s train.

What are common mistakes when using Train?

Confused with 'plain' or 'plane'. Using 'trains' when referring to the act of teaching instead of 'to train'. Mispronouncing the word as 'trane'.

How do you pronounce Train?

US: /["/treɪn/"]/, UK: /["/treɪn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Train?

Use 'train' in contexts related to transportation. It's neutral and suitable for formal and informal settings. Don't confuse it with 'to train' someone, which means to teach or prepare a person for a task.

What CEFR level is Train?

"Train" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.