railcar in French

railcar in French is autobus sur rails, automotrice — railcar means a train carriage that moves under its own power and carries passengers, rather like a bus on rails.

railcar in French

autobus sur rails

noun

(rail) A self-propelled railway vehicle for passengers, similar to a bus.

autobus sur rails

noun

(rail) A powered single railway vehicle designed for passenger transport, with a driver's cab in both ends; Not to be confused with motor coach/motorcar, which is a powered railway vehicle capable to haul a train.

automotrice

noun

What does "railcar" mean?

noun A train carriage that moves under its own power and carries passengers, rather like a bus on rails.
"Profitable operation is being made possible by the widespread introduction of capacious diesel railcars, which for their comfort and speed are very popular with the travelling public."
noun A self-propelled railway vehicle built to carry passengers, with a driving cab at each end; distinct from a motor coach or motorcar, a powered railway vehicle able to pull a train.
noun Any railway vehicle that does not have its own engine.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

railcar in a sentence

Profitable operation is being made possible by the widespread introduction of capacious diesel railcars, which for their comfort and speed are very popular with the travelling public.
The semi-streamlined contour of the earlier G.W.R. railcars has been given up in favour of a more utilitarian blunt-nose end, and effective floor space gained thereby.

Similar words in French

car

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "railcar" in French?

"railcar" in French is autobus sur rails, automotrice. railcar means: A train carriage that moves under its own power and carries passengers, rather like a bus on rails.

Are there other ways to say "railcar" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "railcar": autobus sur rails, automotrice.

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