English–German
“traffic accident” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈkeːɐ̯sˌʊnfal/
Example
Die Ursache des Verkehrsunfalls ist noch unklar.
The cause of the traffic accident is still unclear.
How to say “traffic accident” in German
“Traffic accident” in German is Verkehrsunfall.
A transport route abruptly becomes the scene of a damaging event involving moving vehicles, people, or property.
Example sentences with Verkehrsunfall
Bei dem Verkehrsunfall wurden mehrere Personen verletzt.
Several people were injured in the traffic accident.
Tips for using Verkehrsunfall
- Autounfall refers specifically to a car accident, whereas Verkehrsunfall also covers accidents involving rail transport and other traffic.