public transport / public transportation

Meaning: Buses, trains, subways, trams, and other transport available to everyone.

Examples:

1. I rarely use public transport in New Orleans.
2. Public transportation is very convenient in big cities.

pronounce

Meaning: To say a word in a particular way.

Examples:

1. We pronounce it “New Or-lins” here.
2. She can’t pronounce his name correctly.

street car / tram

Meaning: A small train that runs on tracks in city streets.

Examples:

1. New Orleans has a famous street car.
2. I took a tram to the city center.

quite

Meaning: Very; to a large degree.

Examples:

1. Things are quite far apart in New Orleans.
2. It’s quite difficult to find a bus here.

essential

Meaning: Very important or necessary.

Examples:

1. Having a car is essential in New Orleans.
2. Water is essential for good health.

unfortunately

Meaning: Sadly; used when something is disappointing.

Examples:

1. Unfortunately, public transport isn’t great here.
2. Unfortunately, I missed the last bus.

reality means that

Meaning: In real life, the situation forces something to happen.

Examples:

1. Unfortunately, reality means that I need a car now.
2. Reality means that not everyone can walk to work.

nowadays

Meaning: At the present time; in modern times.

Examples:

1. Nowadays, many cities require people to drive.
2. Public transport is more popular nowadays.