English–German

“railway” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈaɪ̯zn̩ˌbaːn/

Example

Die Eisenbahn verbindet zwei Städte.

The railway connects two cities.

Illustration for Eisenbahn (railway)

How to say “railway” in German

“Railway” in German is Eisenbahn.

A connected rail network links cities through steel tracks, moving trains, and the facilities that keep them running.

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

Example sentences with Eisenbahn

Viele Pendler pendeln mit der Eisenbahn.

Many commuters commute by train.

Tips for using Eisenbahn

  • As a feminine noun, Eisenbahn takes die in the singular and Eisenbahnen in the plural; everyday German often shortens it to Bahn.

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