der Straßenbahnfahrer
Translation
tram driver
Examples
Der Straßenbahnfahrer hat die Türen geschlossen.
The tram driver has closed the doors.
Er möchte Straßenbahnfahrer werden.
He wants to become a tram driver.
Grammar Patterns
((the tram driver)) the tram driver The tram driver has closed the doors.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Tramfahrer; Other professions: Busfahrer, Zugführer (train driver)
Etymology
A compound noun from 'Straßenbahn' (tram) and 'Fahrer' (driver). Literally a 'tram driver'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'Straßenbahn' (tram) + 'Fahrer' (driver). 'Fahrer' comes from the verb 'fahren' (to drive/go).