World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesFahrkarte
Pronunciation / Transliteration: ˈfaːɐ̯ˌkaʁtə
"Ich habe meine Fahrkarte im Bus entwertet."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A reusable ticket or electronic smart card used to pay fares on public transportation systems such as buses, subways, and trains.
"She tapped her transit card at the turnstile to enter the subway station." - 2
A pass or credential issued to authorize travel or transport operations.
"The commuter loaded additional funds onto her transit card online."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'transit' derives from the Latin 'transitus' meaning 'a going across' (from trans- 'across' + ire 'to go'), entering English in the late 15th century. 'Card' originates from the Ancient Greek 'chartēs' via Latin and French, referring to a piece of paper or pasteboard. Combined in the late 20th century with the advent of magnetic stripe and RFID technologies, 'transit card' evolved to designate reusable fare media for public transportation networks.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Transit card"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Transit card" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
carte de transport
Transliteration: kart də tʁɑ̃spɔʁ
"N'oubliez pas de valider votre carte de transport."
Fahrkarte
Transliteration: ˈfaːɐ̯ˌkaʁtə
"Ich habe meine Fahrkarte im Bus entwertet."
carta di trasporto
Transliteration: ˈkaɾta di tɾasˈpɔɾto
"Usa la carta di trasporto per salire sulla metropolitana."
tarjeta de transporte
Transliteration: taɾˈxeta de tɾansˈpoɾte
"Recargué mi tarjeta de transporte esta mañana."
cartão de transporte
Transliteration: kaʁˈtɐ̃w dʒi tɾɐ̃sˈpɔʁtʃi
"Passe o cartão de transporte no leitor."
ट्रांजिट कार्ड
Transliteration: traanjit kaard
"मेट्रो में प्रवेश करने के लिए अपने ट्रांजिट कार्ड का उपयोग करें।"
交通卡
Transliteration: jiāotōng kǎ
"请在闸机上刷您的交通卡。"
교통카드
Transliteration: gyotong kadeu
"개찰구에 교통카드를 태그하세요."
交通系ICカード
Transliteration: kōtsūkei aishī kādo
"改札機で交通系ICカードをタッチしてください。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all German termsA voltage level that is lower than the standard voltage used in electrical systems, typically used for safety in low-power applications.
The difference in electric potential between two points, measured in volts.
A term used in German to denote a specific type of entity or concept.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Transit card"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.