English–German

“level crossing” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbaːnˌyːbɐgaŋ/

Example

Auf dem Land gibt es viele Bahnübergänge.

There are many level crossings in the countryside.

Illustration for Bahnübergang (level crossing)

How to say “level crossing” in German

“Level crossing” in German is Bahnübergang.

A road crossing railway tracks at the same level, with trains passing through the crossing space.

Full entry for Bahnübergang: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Bahnübergang

Bei dichtem Nebel ist ein unbeschrankter Bahnübergang besonders gefährlich.

In dense fog, an ungated level crossing is particularly dangerous.

Tips for using Bahnübergang

  • Bahnübergang is masculine, and its plural is Bahnübergänge, with an umlaut and an added e.

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