Tram: meaning, definitions and examples

Used primarily in British English. Commonly found in cities for public transportation. Better suited for formal and general contexts.

• I take the tram to work every morning.
• The tram system in Melbourne is very efficient.

Primarily used in American English. Frequently used in historical or nostalgic contexts, often in storytelling or referring to older forms of public transport.

• New Orleans is famous for its historic streetcars.
• He wrote a book about the history of streetcars in San Francisco.

Common in American English. Often refers to both modern and historical forms of tram-like transportation. Can also imply a more tourist-oriented service.

• We took the trolley tour to see the city's main attractions.
• The trolley goes through all the main downtown areas.

A modern electric vehicle that runs on tracks and is often used in cities for public transportation.

• I take the tram to work every day.
• Did you see the new tram line that just opened downtown?

A historical or vintage vehicle powered by horses that runs on tracks, often seen in museuмs or as tourist attractions.

• We took a ride on the horse-drawn tram to learn about the city's history.
• The kids loved seeing the horses pulling the old tram through the park.