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"Highway" vs. "freeway": a roadway riddle
Anwar Kareem 14/11/2024, 13:02English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "highway" and "freeway" refer to major roads designed for fast traffic with multiple lanes in each direction.
What is different?
A "highway" is a broad term used globally for any main road and may include intersections or traffic lights. A "freeway" specifically refers to a controlled-access road with no intersections or traffic lights, mostly used in the United States.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Highway- They took the highway to drive across the state.
- The highway can get very busy during rush hour.
- There was construction on the highway, causing delays.
- We entered the city via the freeway.
- The accident caused a major backup on the freeway.
- She prefers taking the freeway because it's faster.
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