Synonyms for

Railways

Verb / ˈreɪˌlweɪz / Another word for railways — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Railways are a system of transportation that uses trains to carry passengers or goods on tracks.

Synonyms & similar words

railway railroadline railwaysystem railroad railroadtrack railwayline railroad metro subway tramway tube monorail locomotive

Synonyms by register

Formal

railroads transportation networks transit systems

Informal

trains the rails the iron horse

Literary

iron arteries steel veins

Antonyms

roads highways streets automobiles cars trucks

Common collocations

  • railways network
  • national railways
  • high-speed railways
  • public railways
  • private railways
  • railways station
  • railways line

Word family

noun railway
verb rail
adjective railway

Usage note

While 'railways' is the plural of 'railway', it is often used as a collective noun to refer to the entire system. 'Railroad' is a common synonym, particularly in American English.

Example sentences

  1. I love traveling by railways because I get to see different places.
  2. The railways in India are known to be the busiest in the world.
  3. The government is planning to invest more in railways to improve the transportation system.
  4. My dad works for the railways and he drives the train.
  5. The railways have helped in the growth of trade and commerce in the country.

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