die Vollsperrung
Translation
complete closure, full road closure
Examples
Wegen eines Unfalls gibt es eine Vollsperrung.
There is a complete closure due to an accident.
Die Vollsperrung der Autobahn dauert Stunden.
The complete closure of the motorway will last for hours.
Grammar Patterns
the complete closure ((of a road)) Die Vollsperrung der A5 dauert an.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Blockade, Absperrung; Antonym: Freigabe (opening)
Etymology
Composed of 'voll' (full, complete) and 'Sperrung' (closure, blocking). It literally means 'full closure'.
Memory Tips
Common in traffic reports. Think of it as a 'full blocking' of a road. 'Voll' = full, 'Sperrung' = closure.