What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hansom cab
Example
The couple took a hansom cab ride through Central Park. [hansom cab: noun]
Example
The driver skillfully maneuvered the hansom cab through the crowded streets. [hansom cab: noun]
coach
Example
We took a coach from London to Edinburgh. [coach: noun]
Example
The coach was spacious and had reclining seats. [coach: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Coach is more commonly used than hansom cab in modern language. Coach is still widely used for public transportation, while hansom cabs are no longer commonly used.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hansom cab and coach?
Coach is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while hansom cab is associated with a more formal and historical tone.
