noun phrase · neutral
mass transit system
UK/ˌmæs ˈtrænzɪt ˌsɪstəm/US/ˌmæs ˈtræn.zɪt ˌsɪs.təm/MASS·tran·sit·system
A large public transport system that moves many people, such as subways or rapid buses.
Examples
“A good mass transit system reduces reliance on private cars.”
“Urban planners recommend investing in mass transit systems to cut emissions.”
“Mass transit systems must be affordable to encourage ridership.”
Band 8 sentence
“Expanding the mass transit system should be prioritised to achieve sustainable urban growth.”
Collocations
- invest in a mass transit system
- efficient mass transit system
Word family
Common mistakes
public transport system→mass transit system
mass transit→mass transit system
Say it for a higher band
5public transport→6public transport system→7+mass transit system
Synonyms
public transport system
Easily confused
public transport system
“The city's public transport system includes buses, trams and a metro.”
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