Noun
/ˈɛlɪˌveɪtɪd ˈhaɪweɪ/
An elevated highway is a road that is built above the ground level, typically supported by pillars or other structures. These highways are often used in urban areas to reduce traffic congestion at street level and to optimize land use. The term is frequently used in discussions about transportation infrastructure, urban planning, and traffic management.
Frequency of Use: The term "elevated highway" is moderately used in both written and oral contexts, notably in traffic reports, city planning documents, and casual conversations about commuting.
"The city constructed an elevated highway to ease the traffic jams during rush hour."
La ciudad construyó una autopista elevada para aliviar los embotellamientos durante la hora pico.
"Many residents complained about the noise coming from the elevated highway."
Muchos residentes se quejaron del ruido que venía de la autopista elevada.
"Driving on the elevated highway offers a unique view of the skyline."
Conducir por la autopista elevada ofrece una vista única del horizonte.
While "elevated highway" itself isn't commonly featured in idiomatic expressions, it is often discussed in the context of urban development and traffic-related sayings.
"The city's elevated highway is a double-edged sword, providing fast travel while disrupting neighborhoods."
La autopista elevada de la ciudad es una espada de doble filo, proporcionando viajes rápidos mientras interrumpe a los vecindarios.
"With the new elevated highway in place, it's clear that we can rise above our former traffic issues."
Con la nueva autopista elevada en su lugar, está claro que podemos superar nuestros antiguos problemas de tráfico.
"The planners were optimistic that the elevated highway would pave the way for future development."
Los planificadores eran optimistas de que la autopista elevada allanaría el camino para futuros desarrollos.
"Living close to the elevated highway can be a blessing and a curse, depending on the time of day."
Vivir cerca de la autopista elevada puede ser una bendición y una maldición, dependiendo de la hora del día.
The term "elevated" derives from the Latin word "elevatus," which means "to raise." "Highway" comes from the Old English "highweg," meaning a main road or a path that is elevated compared to surrounding roads.