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Transporter
German → American English
American English
Transporter
Kraftfahrzeug zum Transport von Waren oder Personen, meist ein Lieferwagen oder Kleintransporter.
Der Transporter liefert heute Vormittag die Möbel.In German, Transporter usually means a van or cargo van. It is more common for vehicles than for the person or thing doing the transporting.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Transporter” mean in English?
“Transporter” usually means “van” or “cargo van” in English.
Is “Transporter” the same as “Lieferwagen”?
Yes, in many contexts they overlap, but “Transporter” is the broader term and “Lieferwagen” is specifically a delivery van.
Can “Transporter” mean a truck?
Sometimes in a broad sense it can refer to a transport vehicle, but in everyday German it usually means a van, not a truck.