rapid transit

US /ˌræp.ɪd ˈtræn.zɪt/
UK /ˌræp.ɪd ˈtræn.zɪt/
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trasporto rapido, metropolitana, ferrovia urbana

a system of public transportation in a city, usually consisting of trains that move quickly on a special track, often underground or above ground on elevated tracks

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Many large cities rely on rapid transit systems to move commuters efficiently.
Molte grandi città si affidano a sistemi di trasporto rapido per spostare i pendolari in modo efficiente.
The new rapid transit line will significantly reduce travel time across the city.
La nuova linea di trasporto rapido ridurrà significativamente il tempo di viaggio attraverso la città.