Definitions
- A physical barrier on a road or highway where drivers must pay a fee to pass through. - A checkpoint for collecting tolls on a bridge, tunnel, or other transportation infrastructure. - A location where tolls are collected for the use of a particular road or highway.
- An open public space in a city or town, often surrounded by buildings and used for social gatherings or events. - A shopping center or mall with multiple stores and restaurants. - A term used in Spanish-speaking countries to refer to a town square or public gathering place.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to a physical location.
- 2Both can be used for commercial purposes.
- 3Both can be used as a meeting place.
- 4Both can be found in urban areas.
- 5Both can be used for social gatherings.
What is the difference?
- 1Purpose: Tollgate is used for collecting fees for the use of a particular road or highway, while plaza is used for social gatherings or commercial activities.
- 2Location: Tollgate is typically located on a road or highway, while plaza is typically located in a city or town.
- 3Usage: Tollgate is used for transportation purposes, while plaza is used for social and commercial purposes.
- 4Size: Tollgate is usually smaller than plaza.
- 5Design: Tollgate is designed for traffic flow and safety, while plaza is designed for aesthetics and social interaction.
Remember this!
Tollgate and plaza are two words that refer to different physical locations. A tollgate is a checkpoint on a road or highway where drivers must pay a fee to pass through, while a plaza is an open public space in a city or town used for social gatherings or commercial activities. The main difference between the two is their purpose and location.
