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limited express train, super express
A fast train that stops at fewer stations than regular express trains.
If you take the limited express, you'll arrive one hour earlier than the regular train.
特急 is short for 特別急行 (special express), a fast train making limited stops.
RELATED WORDS (slowest to fastest):
1. 各駅停車/普通: local (all stops)
2. 快速: rapid
3. 急行: express
4. 特急: limited express
5. 新幹線: bullet train
Common expressions
Usage
特急 usually requires an additional surcharge (特急料金) on top of the base fare.
Related Words
Related:
急行 (express (slower))
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新幹線 (bullet train)
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各駅 (each station)
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新快速 (special rapid (train service))
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各駅停車 (local)
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普通 (local)
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快速 (rapid)
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準急 (semi-express)