El ferrocarril
Example: El ferrocarril conecta varias ciudades importantes del país.
Definition
"El ferrocarril" refers to a railway system consisting of tracks and trains used for transporting passengers and goods over long distances. It connects various cities and regions, facilitating efficient and reliable land travel and commerce.
Etymology
The term "el ferrocarril" comes from Spanish, combining 'ferro,' meaning iron, and 'carril,' meaning rail or track. It literally translates to 'iron rail,' reflecting the iron tracks used in early railway construction, a concept originating in the early 19th century during the Industrial Revolution.
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"El ferrocarril" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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