transportation in German

transportation in German is Transport, Beförderung — transportation means the act or system of moving people or goods; especially the common American term for this.

transportation in German

Transport

noun

The act of transporting, or the state of being transported; conveyance, often of people, goods etc.

Beförderung

noun

The act of transporting, or the state of being transported; conveyance, often of people, goods etc.

What does "transportation" mean?

noun The act or system of moving people or goods; especially the common American term for this.
"The company arranged transportation for all conference attendees."
noun Historical: the punishment of sending convicts to a distant penal colony.
"In the 18th century, transportation to Australia was a common sentence for minor crimes."

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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”.

transportation in a sentence

The company arranged transportation for all conference attendees.
Investment in public transportation has cut traffic in the city center.
In the 18th century, transportation to Australia was a common sentence for minor crimes.
Transportation was a harsh sentence that meant never seeing one's family again.

Similar words in German

deportation haulage shipping transfer transport

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "transportation" in German?

"transportation" in German is Transport, Beförderung. transportation means: The act or system of moving people or goods; especially the common American term for this.

How do you use "transportation" in a sentence?

Example: "The company arranged transportation for all conference attendees." In German, "transportation" is Transport, Beförderung.

Are there other ways to say "transportation" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "transportation": Transport, Beförderung.

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