der Bahnbetreiber
Translation
railway operator, train operator
Examples
Der Bahnbetreiber kündigte neue Fahrpläne an.
The railway operator announced new schedules.
Wer ist der größte Bahnbetreiber in Deutschland?
Who is the largest railway operator in Germany?
Grammar Patterns
((the railway operator)) the railway operator The railway operator is responsible for the trains.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Eisenbahngesellschaft (railway company)
Etymology
A compound noun: 'Bahn' (railway) + 'Betreiber' (operator). 'Betreiber' comes from the verb 'betreiben' (to operate).
Memory Tips
Literally 'railway operator'. Break it down into 'Bahn' (track/railway) and 'Betreiber' (operator) to remember it.