die Zugstrecke
Translation
railway line, train route, track
Examples
Die Zugstrecke ist wegen Bauarbeiten gesperrt.
The railway line is closed due to construction work.
Diese Zugstrecke führt durch die Alpen.
This train route leads through the Alps.
Grammar Patterns
((die Zugstrecke)) ((as subject/object)) The railway line is long. Die Zugstrecke ist lang.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Bahnlinie, Eisenbahnlinie
Etymology
A compound of 'Zug' (train) and 'Strecke' (route, stretch). Literally 'train route'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'train' (Zug) on a long 'stretch' (Strecke) of track.