What is another word for streetcars?
Pronunciation: [stɹˈiːtkɑːz] (IPA) 
Streetcars, also known as trams or trolleys, are a mode of transportation that runs on tracks along the streets of a city or town. Other synonyms for streetcars include light rail, electric railway, and urban transit. They are typically used for short to medium distance travel and are popular in cities with dense populations and limited space for cars. In some areas, streetcars are also called cable cars, which are powered by cables running underground. Regardless of the name used, streetcars have been an important part of public transportation for over a century and continue to play a vital role in many urban areas today.
