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In this lesson, you will learn how to name and use different modes of public transportation in Germany and other German-speaking countries. Public transportation is a convenient way to get around in many cities and regions, and it's important to know some basic vocabulary and phrases to use it effectively. | In this lesson, you will learn how to name and use different modes of public transportation in Germany and other German-speaking countries. Public transportation is a convenient way to get around in many cities and regions, and it's important to know some basic vocabulary and phrases to use it effectively. | ||
<span link>Don't miss the chance to check out these pages as you wrap up this lesson: [[Language/German/Vocabulary/Booking-a-Trip|Booking a Trip]] & [[Language/German/Vocabulary/DEUTSCH-IM-DETAIL-2|DEUTSCH IM DETAIL 2]].</span> | |||
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Revision as of 22:28, 27 March 2023
In this lesson, you will learn how to name and use different modes of public transportation in Germany and other German-speaking countries. Public transportation is a convenient way to get around in many cities and regions, and it's important to know some basic vocabulary and phrases to use it effectively.
Don't miss the chance to check out these pages as you wrap up this lesson: Booking a Trip & DEUTSCH IM DETAIL 2.
Types of Public Transportation
In Germany, there are several types of public transportation available, depending on the city or region:
U-Bahn
The U-Bahn (Untergrundbahn) is the subway system in many German cities, including Berlin, Munich, and Hamburg. It's a fast and efficient way to travel within the city center and surrounding areas.
S-Bahn
The S-Bahn (Schnellbahn) is the suburban train system in many German cities. It connects the city center with the suburbs and neighboring cities. Many S-Bahn lines run above ground, providing scenic views of the city and countryside.
Tram
The Tram (Straßenbahn) is an above-ground train system that operates in many German cities, especially in the eastern and western regions. It's a convenient way to travel within the city center and surrounding neighborhoods.
Bus
The Bus (Bus) is a common form of public transportation in Germany. It operates in all cities and regions, connecting neighborhoods and suburban areas with the city center. Buses also provide transportation to neighboring cities and towns.
Regional Trains
The Regional Train (Regionalbahn) provides transportation between neighboring cities and towns, connecting them with the suburban train and bus networks.
Funicular
The Funicular (Zahnradbahn) is a specialized train system used in some German cities to reach hilly or mountainous areas. It uses a system of gears and rails to climb steep inclines.
Cable Car
The Cable Car (Seilbahn) is another specialized train system used in some German cities to reach mountainous areas. It operates using a system of cables and pulleys to provide transportation to high elevations.
Useful Vocabulary
Here are some common German words and phrases related to public transportation:
German | Pronunciation | English |
---|---|---|
die U-Bahn | dee OO-bahn | subway |
die S-Bahn | dee ESS-bahn | suburban train |
die Straßenbahn | dee SHTRAH-sen-bahn | tram |
der Bus | dehr boos | bus |
die Regionalbahn | dee reh-ghee-oh-NAHL-bahn | regional train |
die Zahnradbahn | dee TSAN-rahd-bahn | funicular |
die Seilbahn | dee zyle-bahn | cable car |
die Haltestelle | dee HALL-teh-shtell-leh | bus/train stop |
der Fahrplan | dehr FAHR-plahn | schedule/timetable |
der Fahrschein | dehr FAH-shine | ticket |
Useful Phrases
Here are some common German phrases that you might use when using public transportation:
- Entschuldigung, wo ist die Haltestelle für die U-Bahn/S-Bahn/Tram/Bus? (Excuse me, where is the stop for the subway/suburban train/tram/bus?)
- Wann fährt die U-Bahn/S-Bahn/Tram/Bus? (When does the subway/suburban train/tram/bus depart?)
- Wo kann ich einen Fahrschein kaufen? (Where can I buy a ticket?)
- Welche Linie muss ich nehmen, um zum Bahnhof/Flughafen/Stadion zu gelangen? (Which line do I need to take to get to the train station/airport/stadium?)
- Muss ich umsteigen? (Do I need to change trains?)
- Wie viel kostet ein Fahrschein für eine einfache Fahrt/eine Hin- und Rückfahrt? (How much does a one-way/round-trip ticket cost?)
- Ich möchte bitte eine Fahrkarte für die U-Bahn/S-Bahn/Tram/Bus kaufen. (I would like to buy a ticket for the subway/suburban train/tram/bus, please.)
Practice Exercise
Fill in the blanks with the correct German words or phrases:
1. Darf ich Sie nach der __________ zum Flughafen fragen? (May I ask you for directions to the airport?) 2. Ich möchte ein Ticket für die __________ kaufen. (I would like to buy a ticket for the bus.) 3. Wie viel kostet ein Ticket für eine __________ Fahrt? (How much does a one-way ticket cost?) 4. Muss ich __________ , um zum Bahnhof zu gelangen? (Do I need to change trains to get to the train station?) 5. Entschuldigung, __________ ich hier die Straßenbahn nach der Innenstadt? (Excuse me, does the tram to the city center stop here?)
Answers: 1. Haltestelle, 2. Bus, 3. einfache, 4. umsteigen, 5. hält
Sources
- German Transportation Vocabulary - ielanguages.com
- How To Talk About Transportation In German
- Public Transport in German - Rocket Languages
Videos
Why German Public Transport Is "Special" - YouTube
Other Lessons
- Jobs
- Dinner Table
- Buying Groceries
- DEUTSCH IM DETAIL 1
- Drinks
- Parts of the Body
- Resources
- How to Say Hello and Greetings
- Tongue twisters
- Animal