die Straßenbahn
Translation
tram, streetcar
Examples
Ich fahre mit der Straßenbahn zur Arbeit.
I take the tram to work.
Die nächste Straßenbahn kommt in fünf Minuten.
The next tram is coming in five minutes.
Grammar Patterns
to take ((the tram)) to take the tram I take the tram to work.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Tram; Other transport: Bus, Zug (train)
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Straße' (street) and 'Bahn' (railway, track). Literally a 'street railway'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Straße' (street) + 'Bahn' (track/train). It's a train that runs on the street.