Urban Infrastructure Terminology

5 words in this vocabulary list

noun a rapid transit system in an urban area, consisting of underground tunnels, elevated structures, and sometimes at-grade routes

  • The metro system in the city is known for its efficiency and reliability.
  • Let's take the metro to get to the concert on time.
  • I love riding the metro because it's so chill.
  • She navigated through the challenges of life like a seasoned metro commuter.

noun a path for pedestrians alongside a road or street, typically paved or made of concrete

  • She walked along the sidewalk, taking in the sights of the city.
  • Let's take a stroll on the sidewalk and grab some ice cream.
  • I saw him chilling on the sidewalk with his crew.
  • The path to success is like a sidewalk - sometimes smooth, sometimes bumpy.

noun A path for pedestrians, usually paved or surfaced for easy walking

  • The walkway was lined with beautiful flowers and perfectly trimmed hedges.
  • Let's take a stroll down the walkway and enjoy the fresh air.
  • I tripped and almost face-planted on the walkway, it was embarrassing.
  • The walkway to success is paved with hard work and determination.

MRT

noun A rapid transit system, typically an underground or elevated railway system in a city

  • The MRT system in Singapore is known for its efficiency and punctuality.
  • Let's take the MRT to get to the city center quickly.
  • I missed the MRT and had to wait for the next train.
  • The MRT of progress is moving steadily towards our goals.

noun A combination of the words 'share' and 'arrow', used to indicate a lane on a road that is shared by both cyclists and motorists

  • The city council implemented sharrows on the main road to encourage cyclists to share the lane with motorists.
  • Hey, have you noticed those new sharrows painted on the street? Pretty cool, right?
  • I almost got hit by a car because they didn't see the sharrow and swerved into my lane.
  • The sharrow symbolizes the need for cooperation and mutual respect between different modes of transportation.