die Abfahrt
Translation
departure, downhill run, descent
Examples
Die Abfahrt des Zuges ist um 10 Uhr.
The train's departure is at 10 o'clock.
Die Abfahrt war sehr steil.
The downhill run was very steep.
Grammar Patterns
the departure ((of sth.)) Die Abfahrt des Zuges ist um 10 Uhr.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Abreise, Start; Antonyms: Ankunft
Etymology
From the prefix `ab-` (away) + `Fahrt` (journey, drive). Literally an 'away-drive'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Fahrt' (drive/journey) that is 'ab' (away) from a place. This helps remember it means departure for ground transport.