交通機関
Meanings
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transportation; transport; transit system
Refers to the overall system, facilities, or means of public and private transportation. Often used in formal, news, and everyday contexts to discuss infrastructure, schedules, and availability.
Transportation was disrupted by the typhoon.
This area has a well-developed transportation system.
Usage patterns
- 交通機関を利用するto use public transportation
I use public transportation for my commute.
- 交通機関が乱れるfor transportation services to be disrupted
Transportation services are disrupted because of the typhoon.
- 交通機関が止まるfor transportation to come to a halt
Transportation ground to a halt because of the heavy snow.
- 〈場所〉までの交通機関transportation to a place
There's no transportation to the station, so I'll drive there.