Commute: meaning, definitions and examples

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commute

 

[ kษ™หˆmjuหt ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

daily travel

To commute means to travel regularly to and from a place, especially to work or school. This term is commonly used to describe the daily journey that people make between their homes and their workplaces. Commuting can take place via various modes of transportation, including cars, buses, trains, or bicycles. The length and nature of the commute can significantly affect a person's daily routine and overall well-being.

Synonyms

drive, journey, travel

Examples of usage

  • I commute to work by train every day.
  • She has a long commute every morning.
  • Many people commute for more than an hour.
Context #2 | Noun

traveling distance

A commute refers to the act of traveling to and from one's place of work or study. It can also pertain to the distance traveled or the means of transportation used during this process. Commutes can vary significantly in duration, and many individuals spend a substantial part of their day commuting. The nature of one's commute can influence their level of stress and time management.

Synonyms

passage, travel, trip

Examples of usage

  • Her daily commute takes about 45 minutes.
  • He enjoys his commute on the subway.
  • The city provides multiple options for commuters.

Translations

Translations of the word "commute" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น deslocar-se

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฏเคพเคคเฅเคฐเคพ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช pendeln

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berangkat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตั€ะตััƒะฒะฐั‚ะธัั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dojeลผdลผaฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้€šๅ‹คใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท commuter

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ desplazarse

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท seyahat etmek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ†ต๊ทผํ•˜๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุชู†ู‚ู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dojรญลพdฤ›t

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dochรกdzaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้€šๅ‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ potovati

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fara

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฑะผั‹ัา›ะฐ ะฑะฐั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ“แƒแƒกแƒ•แƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yol getmษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ trasladarse

Etymology

The word 'commute' originated in the early 19th century, derived from the Latin term 'commutare,' which means 'to exchange' or 'to interchange.' It was originally used in the sense of exchanging one thing for another, and by the 1830s, it began to specifically refer to the exchange of residence for work in urban areas. The concept of commuting gained prominence with the development of public transportation systems, where individuals could travel longer distances to their jobs without relocating. As industrialization expanded, more workers began to live outside of city centers, leading to the modern notion of commuting. Over time, 'commute' has evolved into a commonplace term that captures the daily routine of millions, reflecting the interplay between personal life and professional commitments.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,094, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.