das Tramtrassee
Translation
tramway track, tram route, track bed
Examples
Das neue Tramtrassee führt am Park vorbei.
The new tramway track runs past the park.
Auf dem Tramtrassee liegen Blätter.
There are leaves on the tramway track.
Grammar Patterns
((as subject/object)) tramway track The tramway track leads through the city.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Tramstrecke, Tramgleis, Straßenbahntrasse
Etymology
Composed of 'Tram' (tram) and 'Trassee', from the French 'tracé' (route, line). This is a Helvetism (Swiss German).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'trace' or 'track' that the tram follows. Remember it's primarily used in Switzerland.